Podcasts about Bangkok

This week on Joiners, we sit down with Chanita Chayaluk, chef and owner of TAAN, a new and exciting Thai restaurant in Humboldt Park. Chanita came to restaurants by way of a totally different career: she was working in education and mental health when the pandemic prompted a kind of “now or never” moment. She relocated to Bangkok, enrolled in Le Cordon Bleu's Thai cuisine program, and followed a path that had been there all along -- her mom is a longtime Thai chef who worked at Chicago spots including Sticky Rice and Andy's Thai Kitchen. Now at TAAN, Chanita is doing things a little differently, pairing Thai dishes and techniques with Midwestern ingredients, seasonal produce, and her own creative point of view. We talk about learning Thai food beyond the dishes she grew up with, why she bristles at the word “authentic,” cooking with Midwestern ingredients, and why being “Type C” might be a restaurant superpower, and as always, so much more. 

Cap ensuite vers Phatthalung et son lagon de Thale Noi, l'une des destinations les moins connues du pays et l'une des préférées de Vincent. Départ en bateau à 5 h 30 pour observer les pêcheurs à filets, une technique locale à bascule, au lever du soleil. La balade continue jusqu'à une partie du lac recouverte de lotus roses, où l'on croise aussi des buffles d'eau qui nagent près du bateau. Vincent limite volontairement le nombre de voyageurs sur cette étape, pour préserver le lieu.Ôdasie, c'est LE spécialiste du voyage sur mesure en Asie du Sud Est ! Contactez-les pour créer le voyage en famille qui vous ressemble plutôt que de cocher des cases.Pour écouter l'épisode en entier15 jours en Thaïlande, de Bangkok aux îles du sud‚ le voyage en famille de Vincent-----------Si l'épisode vous a plu, laissez-moi une note 5 ⭐️ou un commentaire sur Apple Podcasts ou Spotify

Après Bangkok, direction la jungle de Kanchanaburi, à deux heures de route. Premier après-midi en trottinette électrique le long des rizières, puis deux jours rythmés par les cascades Erawan et leurs sept niveaux de bassins, et le mémorial du Hell Fire Pass. La nuit se passe sur un bungalow flottant au milieu de la rivière Kwaï, accessible par un pont suspendu en bois. Le réveil, lui, se fait souvent au chant des gibbons.Ôdasie, c'est LE spécialiste du voyage sur mesure en Asie du Sud Est ! Contactez-les pour créer le voyage en famille qui vous ressemble plutôt que de cocher des cases.Pour écouter l'épisode en entier15 jours en Thaïlande, de Bangkok aux îles du sud‚ le voyage en famille de Vincent-----------Si l'épisode vous a plu, laissez-moi une note 5 ⭐️ou un commentaire sur Apple Podcasts ou Spotify

Bangkok, c'est le mélange entre "le foutoir de l'Inde et le côté très moderne du Japon", selon les mots de Vincent. Premier jour volontairement léger : transfert à l'hôtel, repos, et un massage traditionnel à 10 euros de l'heure pour récupérer du vol. Le soir, direction Kaosan en tuk-tuk, entre néons et agitation de rue. Et à table, une règle s'apprend vite : dire "not spicy" à un cuisinier thaï ne veut pas tout à fait dire ce qu'on croit.Ôdasie, c'est LE spécialiste du voyage sur mesure en Asie du Sud Est ! Contactez-les pour créer le voyage en famille qui vous ressemble plutôt que de cocher des cases.Pour écouter l'épisode en entier15 jours en Thaïlande, de Bangkok aux îles du sud‚ le voyage en famille de Vincent-----------Si l'épisode vous a plu, laissez-moi une note 5 ⭐️ou un commentaire sur Apple Podcasts ou Spotify

In this episode, cohosts Ryan and Zongjun (Sam) record from Bangkok the day after Thailand Coffee Fest 2026, where around 40 matcha brands exhibited and the Sanko Usu One had to be pitched from a poster because the mill was stuck in air freight. Topics range from how they explain fresh milling next to a traditional ishi-usu, to Ryan's price survey of over 350 matcha products on the show floor, to why they consider Thailand the most sophisticated matcha consumer market in the world.

Joining us this week from Bangkok is gaming communications expert Kimmi Goh! Kimmi is the Communications Lead at Goldpact Goblins, working with dev teams across Southeast Asia to promote their work and build communities around them. We discuss successful social media campaigns, seeing your coworkers grow, and "friendslop" as a term of endearment! Plus, music from DDRKirby~LINKS:

Je vous emmène en Thaïlande. Vincent vit là-bas depuis 22 ans, avec sa femme et leurs filles. En 2016, il a rejoint Ôdasie, le spécialiste du voyage en famille sur mesure en Asie du Sud-Est depuis 2008.Vincent nous dessine l'itinéraire sur mesure d'un premier séjour en famille de 15 jours. Ça commence à Bangkok, capitale incontournable, où vous plongez directement dans l'ambiance entre massages pour quelques euros et street-food à volonté. Direction ensuite la jungle de Kanchanaburi, pour dormir dans un bungalow flottant sur la rivière Kwaï, et où on se réveille au chant des gibbons. Puis cap au sud, dans une région vraiment hors des sentiers battus, vers un lac où des buffles d'eau nagent juste à côté du bateau. Et pour finir les îles : une plage cachée digne d'un James Bond, qu'on rejoint à la nage en traversant une grotte, puis 2 jours sur un bout de sable blanc sans une seule route.Si vous préférez un voyage pensé pour votre famille plutôt que 15 jours à cocher des cases, cet épisode va vous plaire.-----------Si l'épisode vous a plu, laissez-moi une note 5 ⭐️ou un commentaire sur Apple Podcasts ou Spotify

VOV1 - Thái Lan đang ghi nhận xu hướng gia tăng số ca mắc Covid-19, với trung bình khoảng 15.000 ca mới mỗi tuần trong một tháng qua. Giới chức y tế nước này khuyến cáo người dân chủ động theo dõi tình hình dịch bệnh, đặc biệt trong mùa mưa thời tiết thay đổi. Theo Cục Kiểm soát Dịch bệnh Thái Lan, tính từ đầu năm đến giữa tháng 9, nước này ghi nhận gần 140.000 ca mắc Covid-19 và 26 trường hợp tử vong. Đáng chú ý, riêng trong khoảng một tháng gần đây (từ ngày 9/8 đến 8/9), toàn quốc đã ghi nhận gần 65.000 ca mắc mới.Các địa phương có số ca mắc cao nhất gồm Chon Buri, Bangkok và Phuket. Về độ tuổi, tỷ lệ mắc cao nhất ghi nhận ở trẻ dưới 4 tuổi; tiếp đến là nhóm người lao động trẻ từ 20 đến 39 tuổi.Hầu hết các trường hợp tử vong do Covid-19 từ đầu năm đến nay đều thuộc nhóm nguy cơ cao, bao gồm người trên 60 tuổi và người có các bệnh lý nền như tiểu đường, tim mạch, thận hoặc ung thư.Cơ quan y tế Thái Lan cho biết, biến thể Covid-19 lưu hành chủ yếu hiện nay là NB.1.8.1 và JN.1, hầu hết gây triệu chứng nhẹ. Nước này cũng đã ghi nhận 6 trường hợp nhiễm biến thể PQ.16.1.1 — biến thể đang được WHO theo dõi, song hiện chưa có dấu hiệu gây bệnh nặng hơn.Bên cạnh Covid-19, bệnh cúm mùa cũng đang bùng phát mạnh tại Thái Lan với gần 360.000 ca mắc và 57 trường hợp tử vong từ đầu năm đến nay. Trong đó, trẻ từ 5 đến 9 tuổi chiếm tỷ lệ mắc cao nhất, với chủng phổ biến nhất là cúm A/H1N1.VOV-BangkokTiến sĩ Jurai Wongsawat, chuyên gia y tế cấp cao kiêm người phát ngôn của Cục Kiểm soát Dịch bệnh Thái Lan (DDC), phát biểu tại cuộc họp báo về công tác chuẩn bị và bảo vệ sức khỏe cộng đồng hôm 15/9/2026. (Ảnh: Cục Kiểm soát Dịch bệnh Thái Lan)

Send us Fan MailHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul. I am delighted to welcome this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast, Tosh Junior and George Hodges, owners of GNT Travel Pros, a Dream Vacations franchise, where they work full-time as travel advisors. During their very busy stint as relatively new travel advisors—they went through TA training in the same class as Cheryl, Shornay, and me in late-2024—they took the time to celebrate George's 70th birthday with a spectacular combination land and sea vacation so grand I had to invite my colleagues on The Joy of Cruising Podcast to talk about it. Tosh spent 30 years as a corporate IT executive, traveling the world for GE, Citrix, Atlassian, and McDonald's Corporation, among others. A Chicago native and University of Illinois graduate, he's called Fort Lauderdale home for the past 13 years. His credentials read like an operations manual — PMP, ITIL, ISO, Certified ScrumMaster, LEAN Six Sigma Black Belt, and an MBA — and he's since added a Certified Travel Advisor designation and ACC accreditation with CLIA. The through-line between the two careers is the same: complex logistics, handled so completely that the person on the receiving end never has to think about them. 30 years of leading teams also taught him the part no certification covers, which is that the job is service. George, Tosh's partner, brings the other half of the equation. After 30 years in interior design and sales at Crate & Barrel, he retired with an eye for how a space is supposed to feel and a career's worth of practice reading what people want before they've said it out loud.  They don't plan trips from a desk. In the past year alone, they've sailed more than 15 cruises across nearly every major line — Icon of the Seas, Celebrity Ascent and Apex, Norwegian Luna, Star Princess, MSC World America, Carnival Celebration, Virgin's Scarlet Lady, and an Azamara sailing through the Mediterranean, to name a few. On land, they've covered the map: London, Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, Budapest, Madrid, Barcelona, Rome, Venice, Tuscany, and the Amalfi Coast in Europe; Tokyo, Seoul, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Delhi, and Dubai in Asia and the Gulf; Sydney, Rio, São Paulo, and much of Canada beyond that. That's the differentiator. When they recommend a ship, a port, a neighborhood, or a restaurant, it's because they've stood in it — whether the trip is budget or luxury, a couple or a full group. They have a particular soft spot for planning group travel, but they'll book anything, large or small.Do you have a dream car? Support the showSupport thejoyofcruisingpodcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2113608/supporters/newSupport Me https://www.buymeacoffee.com/drpaulthContact Me https://www.thejoyofcruising.net/contact-me.htmlBook Cruises http://www.thejoyofvacation.com/US Orders (coupon code joyofcruisingpodcast)The Joy of Cruising https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingCruising Interrupted https://bit.ly/CruisingInterruptedThe Joy of Cruising Again https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingAgainIntl Orders via Amazon

In the headlines today, asthma meds in your beef? Thai authorities uncover a bizarre cattle-doping operation, then a mystery is afoot in Chiang Mai as skeletal remains were found in a foreclosed home, in more nominee crackdowns four have been arrested in a 600-million baht tire factory investigation, in supernatural news a father has drawn criticism after filming his son riding a motorcycle blindfolded and claiming he has clairvoyant abilities, and a little later out with the old and in with the new as Bangkok eyes adding more than 1300 EV garbage trucks to overhaul the fleet.

This week on Hysteria 51, medical enhancement and poolside romance collide in ways absolutely nobody requested except for Kevin Crispin who joins us for some Beautiful Blurry Hysteria!First, we head to Thailand, where authorities are investigating a Bangkok cosmetic clinic after influencer Igho “Tiny” Ubiribo died following a penis enlargement procedure involving hyaluronic acid filler injections. It's a tragic story involving cosmetic enhancement, questionable decisions, and yet another reminder that sometimes “bigger” should probably remain a marketing slogan.Then we travel to Georgia, where police are searching for a mysterious trespasser who allegedly broke into a private pool area, enjoyed the hot tub, spent more than 10 intensely intimate minutes with a rubber duck, stole around $1,200 worth of towels, and escaped on a bicycle.Yes. That is the entire sentence.From penis injections and cosmetic surgery gone wrong to hot tub trespassing, stolen towels, and forbidden rubber-duck passion, this week proves that humanity remains the weirdest cryptid we've ever investigated.Grab your floaties. Maybe leave the duck at home.Links & Resources

This week, Katherine's Telling Everybody Everything from a Four Seasons Hotel room in Paris as she and Bobby prepare to (hopefully) attend the Céline Dion concert there. It's been a whirlwind week of travel as Katherine was papped 'helping herself' to an oyster at Emily Atack's Spanish wedding as Cuatro on Saturday....and now they've left the children again! Also, news from Andrew Johnston @mandrewbrawnston in Hollywood about a comedian choosing to date 'women of poverty' so that he feels like a king, Ciara's fifth baby on the way, Aaron Rodgers' problematic dating history and a sad story about a Nigerian Brit who died in Bangkok getting a penis enlargement. (No cock puns RIP) x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As you may know, Gastech is currently underway in Bangkok, Thailand. To help us get a sense of the on-the-ground takeaways and sentiment, we had the pleasure of hosting our good friend Martin Houston. Martin is a longtime energy industry leader with decades of global experience. He currently serves as Chairman of Omega Oil and Gas, a Non-Executive Director of Energean, BUPA Arabia, CC Energy, and Singapore GasCo, and a Senior Advisor at Moelis & Company. Martin previously co-founded Tellurian, where he served as Executive Chairman until the company's sale in 2024, and spent 32 years at BG Group, serving as Chief Operating Officer and Executive Director. Mark Castiglione is also attending Gastech and joined us for today's session. We were thrilled to host Martin and hear his perspectives on the global natural gas and LNG outlook, Asia's growing energy needs, and beyond. In our conversation, Martin and Mark share key themes emerging from Gastech, including energy security, affordability, and reliability, Asia's role as the primary engine of global energy demand growth, and a more pragmatic approach to decarbonization. They discuss how Asian policymakers and industry leaders are focused on securing the affordable and reliable energy needed to support economic growth and rising power demand. We explore the global natural gas and LNG outlook, the growing importance of resilience and diversity of supply, the push to advance new U.S. FIDs, and the potential for continued demand growth in increasingly price-sensitive markets such as China. We examine the intersection of energy and geopolitics, including growing government intervention in energy markets, the possibility of Russian natural gas eventually returning to Europe, U.S. natural gas resource depth, and significant gas development opportunities in Australia and Indonesia. We discuss ASEAN grid connectivity and the region's increasing focus on energy diversification and cooperation, Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, European gas storage levels, and potential surprises for global energy markets. Martin highlights growing investment in infrastructure “workarounds” to the Strait that could reshape regional energy flows and expresses optimism that global natural gas demand and supply could ultimately surprise to the upside, despite continued geopolitical uncertainty and volatility. We greatly appreciate Martin for joining us during a very busy week in Bangkok. In our upfront discussion, Mike Bradley noted that the primary themes in our lead-ins over the past several weeks have been elevated U.S. interest rates, heightened volatility in global oil markets, and below-average European natural gas storage levels. This week, however, another risk entered the spotlight: the AI-driven market scare, which has contributed to increased volatility and negatively impacted U.S. equity markets. In fixed income, the 10-year Treasury yield pushed above 5% for the first time since 2007. Markets are focused on Wednesday's FOMC meeting, with a 25-basis-point rate increase broadly expected and investors watching Chairman Warsh's comments for signals on inflation and further hikes. In energy, WTI rose to ~$103–$104/bbl, partly reflecting damage to Saudi Arabia's ~5 MMBpd East-West pipeline system. U.S. retail diesel prices have climbed to ~$6.25/gal, fueling debate over potential export restrictions. European natural gas prices also rose to ~$28/MMBtu, up ~200% year-to-date, as concerns persist over rebuilding storage ahead of winter. Mike wrapped by highlighting growing AI-related concerns, which contributed to a ~500-point decline in the DJIA. Recent comments from Anthropic's CEO have raised questions in the minds of investors about the longer-term growth trajectory of the Mag 7 and the industrial, utility, and energy companies benefiting from the AI infrastructure build-out. We hope you all enjoy the discussion as much as we did. Thanks again to Martin for joining and our best to you all!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we sit down with Palisa Anderson, restaurateur and founder of Boon Luck Farm, to explore how a childhood in her mother's Sydney kitchens turned into a life spent growing the ingredients she once had to search the country for. Palisa shares her family's story — born in Bangkok, raised in Sydney by a mother who arrived as a newly single parent and built the now-iconic Chat Thai from nothing, working every job along the way from a factory machinist to McDonald's, all while quietly saving up for the restaurant she always knew she'd open again.We dig into Palisa's own decade abroad in Hong Kong, London, New York and Tokyo — where she met her Kiwi husband, Matt, and his surfboard — and the pull that eventually brought them both back to Byron, a place she'd loved since her teenage years. Palisa talks candidly about buying land in the Byron hinterland with zero farming experience, surviving Cyclone Debbie tearing their brand-new netting structures clean out of the ground, and building Boon Luck Farm into a working, organic supplier for her family's now six Sydney restaurants. She finishes with her favourite local spot — not a tourist destination at all, but her own farm at sunset, harvesting dinner with her dog.If you'd like to share your story or provide feedback, please contact us via email at chrishanley@byronbayfn.com

Renee Percy Gets 30 Million Views a Month and STILL Isn't Famous Comedian and actress Renee Percy returns to Drinking During Business Hours for her second sit-down with hosts Sarah Halstead and Rich Chassler, and the timing could not be better  she is in the middle of a full-blown viral explosion, pulling over 30 million views a month on social media after 25 years of grinding in comedy. Renee gets real about what going viral actually means: why a Tonight Show spot doesn't move the needle like it used to, whether a follower count in Phoenix ever sells a ticket in Phoenix, and how she accidentally committed herself to touring Bangkok, Taipei, and São Paulo because that's where her fans actually live. She opens up about the slow build  the "overnight success" that took two decades, the body of work that justifies the break, and why comics are never satisfied. Sarah and Rich share the story of Renee's legendary last-minute wedding roast, she reveals the burger videos that made her hungry for fame (literally), the gang breaks down their red-hot weekly show Test Kitchen Comedy at the historic Starlight Cabaret in Studio City  complete with the building's Oil Can Harry's cop-alert boot-window history  and Renee previews her fourth year touring for the troops through Greece, Turkey, Portugal, and Norway, plus headlining dates in Arizona and Boise. All over bottles of Love Block Sauvignon Blanc, the wine from the woman who created Kim Crawford. Pour one and dive in. Guest Info Renee Percy is an award-winning actor, writer, and comedian who caught the acting bug at age 12 with a series-regular role, launching a career in Canadian television before making the move to the U.S. She has been seen on NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, Nickelodeon, Disney, FX, and Comedy Central, and her special The Komic Sutra is available now on Amazon and Apple. Her viral videos on Instagram pull over 30 million views a month, she performs at every major comedy club, and she is heading into her fourth year touring overseas for the troops. Website: https://www.reneepercy.com/ Guest Social Links •      Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reneepercycomedian/ •      TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thereneepercy •      Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReneePercyComedian/ •      YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6kL_EkNsl3ZYl_86_OT9Nw •      Website: https://www.reneepercy.com/ Drink of the Podcast Love Block Sauvignon Blanc a crisp, vibrant white from Marlborough, New Zealand, made by Erica Crawford, the winemaker behind Kim Crawford before the brand was sold to a wine conglomerate. Named for the block of land the Crawfords fell in love with, it is a Sauvignon Blanc for people who loved the original and one of Sarah's all-time favorite wines from one of her favorite winemakers. Chapters 00:00   Intro: Welcome to Drinking During Business Hours 02:07   The Drink: Love Block Sauvignon Blanc 04:10   Welcome Back, Renee Percy 05:19   Still Not Famous: The Second Visit 06:45   There Is No Such Thing as a Big Break 10:15   Going Viral vs. The Tonight Show 14:54   Do Followers Really Sell Tickets? 21:24   A Play in New York (and Girls' Night) 22:27   Touring for the Troops: Greece, Turkey, Portugal, Norway 23:24   Headlining Dates: Arizona and Boise 25:12   Test Kitchen Comedy: All-New Material Every Week 28:47   The Wedding Roast Story 31:55   Roast Rules and Sarah Tiana's Tom Brady Playbook 33:55   Coming Up Together at Flappers Comedy Club 35:31   The Burger Videos and Beating the Algorithm 36:57   The Starlight Cabaret and Its Oil Can Harry's History 39:41   The Magic Number Seven (and a Little Cheating) 41:21   Where to Find Renee 42:18   Thank Yous and Outro Call to Action Enjoyed the episode? Like, subscribe, and share it with a comedy lover in your life. Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your favorite platform every five-star review helps us reach more listeners. And don't forget to catch Renee Percy live on tour dates at reneepercy.com and stream her special The Komic Sutra on Amazon and Apple. If you're in L.A., come see Test Kitchen Comedy at the Starlight Cabaret in Studio City all-new material, 90 tight minutes, only 5 bucks. Special thanks to Doug Bass https://www.instagram.com/dougbasshole/ And Bass Hole Studios https://www.bassholepodcaststudio.com/  Producer Cori Fry podchicmedia@gmail.com Maximilian Riedel and Riedel glassware, and Erica Crawford of Loveblock Wines. Host Links FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS! Sarah IG @sarahhalstead https://www.instagram.com/sarahhalstead/?hl=en  FB @sarahjhalsteadcomic https://www.facebook.com/sarahjhalsteadcomic/ X @sarahjhalstead  https://twitter.com/sarahjhalstead  Website   @SarahHalstead | sarahjhalstead.com Rich IG @richchassler https://www.instagram.com/richchassler/ FB @chasslerfans https://www.facebook.com/Chasslerfans/ X @richchassler https://x.com/richchassler  Website  richardchassler.com

Greg begins by discussing the late Bangkok street artist Khun Pichai, whose intricate and cryptic sidewalk scribbles across the capital attained a devoted cult following over the years, with sightings of his mysterious, sprawling artworks treated like discovered treasures. If you don't know who Khun Picha was, watch this excellent short documentary to get an idea. Many people dismissed Khun Pichai's art as "crazy" or "nonsense" but we think there was something else there. So, we harnessed the power of AI to give us some insight, and perhaps find details that we simply were not able to see. Ed reflects on the artist's complex background, observing that Khun Pichai seemed to possess a rich internal life that found raw expression through public city surfaces. Next, Greg walks through the artificial intelligence interpretations of several individual pieces - find them on our website if you'd like to follow along. The software explains that the seemingly chaotic drawings actually repurpose utility meter readouts, bureaucratic paperwork, radio schematics, and Thai consonants treated like algebraic variables. Ed points out that Khun Pichai famously considered his sketches to be investigative notes and evidence rather than conventional art, demonstrating an intensely focused technical mindset. Moving forward, Greg shifts the focus to other Bangkok subjects evaluated by artificial intelligence. Greg explains how the software analyzed a city map, attributing notorious traffic congestion to modern roadways that haphazardly traced ancient canals rather than planned survey grids (no surprise, but still pretty on the money). Ed and Greg then explore the program's evaluation of longtail boat mechanics, highlighting why repurposed car engines and long propeller shafts remain ideal for narrow waterways. Greg concludes the exercise by sharing an artificial intelligence comparison of Lumphini and Benjakitti parks, contrasting early European landscape ideals with contemporary ecological design. While using the cold, inhuman logic of an AI to analyze the warm, squishy creativity that flowed from a human mind might seem a bit gauche, AI is nonetheless a powerful tool that can uncover hidden details.

 In this bonus episode, we're sharing a conversation from our 2026 CEO Retreat in Bangkok. The theme for the event was "What Next? Leadership Through Sustained Disequilibrium." In this excerpted conversation, Carnegie Mellon President Farnam Jahanian shares his perspective on how AI is changing our world, and what challenges and opportunities it will bring. In this series, "Envisioning What's Next," we look not just at how we got here, but at what comes next — the green shoots pushing through the cracks. We'll consider the glimmers of hope that inspire, the breakthroughs ahead, and the choices we can make now to shape a brighter future. Reimagining the Future: Envisioning What's Next is produced by the Global Business Policy Council at Kearney, a think tank that deciphers sweeping geopolitical, economic, social, and technological changes and their effects on the global business environment. Learn more at kearney.com/gbpc.

Kevin wollte in seinem Leben unbedingt mal 100.000 Schritte an einem Tag laufen. Dafür sucht er sich ausgerechnet a) Bangkok aus, eine der heiß-schwülsten Städte der Welt und b) möchte er das einen Tag vor der Weiter-Reise machen. Herzlichen Glückwunsch zu dieser wahnsinnig schlauen Idee. Wie kommt ein Mensch auf diese überaus sinnlose Beschäftigung? Das ist Thema der 234. Episode der "Travel Therapie". Gut Schritt!__Hier geht's zu: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (ab in den Supporters Club mit dir, um Teil unserer WhatsApp-Community zu werden & um uns zu unterstützen - 50% davon werden wir gesammelt einmal im Monat an Tierschutzorganisationen spenden)__Hier geht's zu unserem..… Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kevinundanna⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠… TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kevinundanna⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠… YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kevinundanna⁠

RUNDOWN   Mitch and Hotshot Scott kick off Episode 398 with a wild opening week of football, from Sam Darnold's murky injury status and Drew Lock's encouraging relief performance to an NFC West suddenly looking loaded. They rip Jedd Fisch and Steve Sarkisian for questionable late-game clock management, marvel at Oregon's early stumble and debate Ohio State's decision not to let Texas score. Brady Henderson and Jacson Bevens join Mitch to break down Seattle's gritty 13-10 win after Sam Darnold's early injury forced Drew Lock into action. They assess Lock's impressive relief performance, Brian Fleury's adjustments and a possible Jalen Milroe package before digging into Ja'Darian Price's debut, another huge night from Jaxon Smith-Njigba and an encouraging Seahawks defense led by Nehemiah Pritchett and a deep, well-coached secondary. Rick Neuheisel joins Mitch to break down Texas' dramatic win over Ohio State, Arch Manning's signature moment and the clock-management mistakes that nearly changed the outcome. Rick sounds the alarm on Oregon after a stunning loss to Oklahoma State, assesses Washington's shaky 2-0 start and looks ahead to LSU-Ole Miss. Brady Farkas joins Mitch to dissect another brutal Mariners bullpen collapse and debate Andrés Muñoz's future as closer before turning to Randy Arozarena's likely departure. Brady shares Buster Olney's thoughts on how MLB labor uncertainty could impact Jerry Dipoto's future and Cade Anderson's velocity, then examines Michael Arroyo and Lazaro Montes' paths to playing time, Josh Naylor's frustrating season and why a managerial change from Dan Wilson may be best for everyone.   GUESTS   Brady Henderson | ESPN.com Seahawks Insider Jacson Bevens | Seahawks Analyst, Cigar Thoughts Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Football Analyst, Dallas Renegades Head Coach & Former Washington Head Coach Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose podcast   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:00 | 24:35 | Seahawks No-Table: Drew Lock Delivers as Seahawks Survive New England 51:00 | Rick Neuheisel: Arch's Moment, Oregon's Alarm Bells & Clock-Management Crimes 1:19:29 | Mariners No-Table: Bullpen Pain, Roster Questions & a Murky Mariners Future 1:42:50 | OTHER STUFF | Cardinals stun the Chargers ahead of Seahawks matchup, Kyler Murray concussion and Carson Wentz comeback, Ted Cruz booed on College GameDay, Mariners youngsters Laz Montes and Michael Arroyo provide some hope, viral Ole Miss fan Sarah Smith flooded with DMs, Lane Kiffin's return to Oxford, Oregon's playoff outlook after Oklahoma State loss, Cam Skattebo stopped at the MetLife Stadium gate. HEADLINES Woman allegedly throws bucket of poop on neighbor accused of sleeping with her husband, Texas deputy and wife beaten by Waffle House employees over parking dispute, naked DoorDash driver delivers food to Houston home, man arrested for allegedly sexually abusing koi fish in Bangkok, Greek couple welcomes baby from embryo frozen since 2004. RIPS Matt Suhey (68), Joe Morgan (95), Pam Fortner (80), Victor Miller (86), Gloria Steinem (92), Barry Melrose (70).

Last time we spoke about the fall of Hong Kong. As dawn broke on December 20, 1941, Japanese battalions tightened their grip on Hong Kong Island. While the defenders fought desperately at Repulse Bay Hotel, Wongneichong Gap, and the heights around Mount Nicholson and Mount Cameron, piecemeal counter-attacks by exhausted Canadians, Royal Scots, Rajputs, and Hong Kong Volunteers were shattered by rain, darkness, and poor coordination.Resistance stiffened at Stanley Peninsula, but ammunition ran low and hope faded. On Christmas Eve, the Japanese stormed St Stephen's College hospital. They bayoneted wounded soldiers in their beds, murdered doctors, and raped nurses in an orgy of horror that became known as the St Stephen's Massacre.On Christmas morning—forever "Black Christmas"—Governor Young surrendered the colony after seventeen days of fighting. As white flags rose, Rear-Admiral Chan Chak and a small party made a daring escape by sea under fire, eventually rescued by Chinese Communist guerrillas of the East River Column who would save hundreds more lives in the months ahead.   #219 The Malayan Campaign Part 1: Bicycle Blitzkrieg   Welcome to the Fall and Rise of China Podcast, I am your dutiful host Craig Watson. But, before we start I want to also remind you this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Perhaps you want to learn more about the history of Asia? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on history of asia and much more  so go give them a look over on Youtube. So please subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry for some more history related content, over on my channel, the Pacific War Channel where I cover the history of China and Japan from the 19th century until the end of the Pacific War. Now in the last episode we spoke about the battle of Hong Kong, which of course was fought on Chinese territory and did involve Chinese participation. I took some time to think about what aspects of the early Pacific War should be covered in depth here, ie: what pertains the most to the Chinese experience. We are not going to talk about the Philippines or Dutch East Indies, but the Malayan campaign and fall of Singapore I would argue need to be dived into. There was a lot of ethnic Chinese participation in this campaign. No worries after this brief series on the Malayan Campaign we will be jumping back to China. Following World War One, Britain sought to counter growing Japanese ambitions by establishing a major naval base in Singapore during the 1920s. The location offered strategic advantages, particularly its exemption from the Washington Naval Treaty's non-fortification clause, making it ideal for housing a powerful deterrent fleet. The plan was straightforward: maintain overwhelming naval superiority to discourage Japanese expansion. Yet this calculation proved dangerously optimistic. Japanese aggression accelerated throughout the 1930s, while the European war's outbreak in 1939 drained Britain's resources, leaving its Far Eastern colonies—Malaya, Burma, and Hong Kong—dangerously exposed. Churchill remained convinced that Japan would not strike in 1941, prompting him to channel reinforcements toward the Mediterranean theater. The defensive strategy hinged on buying time; should Japan attack, British forces would delay the enemy while holding Singapore as a fortress until relief arrived. This plan contained a fatal flaw: Britain lacked the capacity to actually send reinforcements to the region. Commander-in-Chief Robert Brooke-Popham led Britain's Far Eastern Command from Malaysia, acutely aware of the challenge ahead. Lieutenant-General Arthur Percival commanded ground forces comprising 31 poorly trained infantry battalions—approximately 88,600 personnel total—largely untrained for jungle warfare. These troops were distributed across three divisions. Air defense proved equally problematic. With only fourteen squadrons flying outdated aircraft, the RAF faced a critical shortfall. Squadrons were scattered across multiple airfields: Vickers Vildebeest and PBY Catalina aircraft at Seletar; Bristol Blenheims at Tengah; Brewster Buffalos at Sembawang and Kallang; further Buffalos and Blenheims at Sungei Patani; Lockheed Hudsons at Kota Bharu; and additional Blenheims at Kuantan and Alor Setar. Allied units occupied three strategic zones. The Indian 11th Infantry Division under Major General David Murray-Lyon held northern Malaya, defending airfields and the Thai frontier from positions near Kota Bharu, Jitra, and Alor Setar. These installations remained lightly garrisoned and vulnerable. The Indian 9th Infantry Division occupied central Malaya, tasked with holding delaying positions at Jitra and Gurun—positions themselves poorly constructed and uncoordinated. Australia's 8th Division under Gordon Bennett anchored the south near Mersing and Johor, forming the last line before Singapore's fortress. Singapore itself bristled with coastal defenses and commanded a substantial naval garrison, expected to repel any Japanese approach. A week before Japan's offensive erupted, Churchill sent Force Z to Singapore—the battleship Prince of Wales, battlecruiser Repulse, and four destroyers. Despite vigorous objections from admirals, particularly Captain William Davis, who warned the Prince of Wales without air cover would be "a hostage to fortune," Churchill overruled them, seeking to project confidence and maintain American goodwill. Admiral Sir Tom Phillips commanded Force Z. Known as "Tom Thumb" for his diminutive stature, Phillips sparked controversy—critics labeled him a "desk admiral"—yet Field Marshal Smuts called him "an admirable choice" and American Admiral Thomas Hart praised his administrative acumen. Phillips' record was mixed. He advocated astutely for tank deployment in Malaya and correctly questioned the Brewster Buffalo's effectiveness, urging Hurricanes instead. Yet he fatally underestimated the threat aircraft posed to capital ships, believing the Prince of Wales' anti-aircraft batteries could defend a maneuvering vessel. An unnoticed handicap compounded this: tropical humidity had disabled the Prince of Wales' fire-control computer before she ever fired. Force Z reached Singapore on December 2, 1941, amid misplaced confidence. Nineteen-year-old Richard Smith recalled: "Everyone believed the Japanese fleet was made of rice paper and string. We assumed we would crush them effortlessly." Churchill's public declaration seemed to goad Japan into action. Admiral Yamamoto responded decisively, dispatching thirty-six Mitsubishi bombers to reinforce existing aircraft and ordering intensive training for "ship-killing"—specialized torpedo and bombing attacks. Three air groups, led by Miyauchi, Nakanishi, and Shoji, trained relentlessly in low-level runs and ocean navigation. Phillips, stripped of air cover, commanded only aging destroyers alongside his capital ships. The stage was set for disaster. In November 1940, the German raider Atlantis captured the British steamer Automedon in the Indian Ocean, seizing documents destined for Air Marshal Brooke-Popham that exposed Singapore's vulnerabilities. The Germans shared this intelligence with Japan in December. By January 1941, the Japanese had also broken British Army codes, revealing the weakness of Singapore's defenses and enabling them to plan an invasion accordingly. The invasion of Malaya followed an audacious strategy devised by Colonel Tsuji Masanobu. Japanese forces would conduct amphibious landings in southern Thailand and northern Malaya, then push 400 miles through jungle terrain toward Singapore. The 25th Army, commanded by Lieutenant-General Yamashita Tomoyuki and initially comprising two divisions, led this operation, supported by Admiral Kondō Nobutake's 2nd Fleet, which provided convoy escort. Thailand's strategic position was crucial; the British could not defend it, offering Japan a favorable staging ground. Marshal Plaek Phibun, Thailand's leader, had informally agreed to allow Japanese passage but simultaneously negotiated with British and American diplomats, creating uncertainty. A second force, the 15th Army under Lieutenant-General Iida Shōjirō, was preparing to invade Burma through Thailand. If the Thai withheld passage by December 7, these forces would advance directly from Indochina. Brooke-Popham devised Operation Matador to counter the Japanese threat. This ambitious plan called for the 11th Indian Division to preemptively seize Singora and Patani—critical Thai ports essential to Japanese invasion plans. The operation's centerpiece was capturing the Ledge, a key terrain feature south of Patani. Control of the Ledge would allow British forces to block roads from Patani, securing retreat routes for the 11th Division and denying the Japanese access to rear areas. Failure would expose the British to encirclement and force withdrawal from Perak and Kedah. However, Matador faced insurmountable obstacles. Britain was uncertain whether Thailand would resist or accommodate Japan, and invading neutral Thai territory risked driving the Thai government into Japanese arms. Command hesitation, combined with poor intelligence, created fatal delays. Matador was never approved. Instead, authorities authorized Operation Krohcol, a scaled-down alternative named after the town of Kroh. This operation tasked a small British-Indian force with advancing into southern Thailand to capture the Ledge, destroy bridges and roads, and delay Japanese movements. Though far less ambitious than Matador, Krohcol represented Britain's final attempt at preemptive action. It would be activated only after Japan opened hostilities, but by then, opportunity had already slipped away.   On December 4, Japanese transport ships escorted by Admiral Kondō's fleet departed Hainan Island toward their objectives. Two days later, British reconnaissance spotted the fleet, but Brooke-Popham lacked authorization to intervene—he could only alert his forces. At 23:00 on December 7, Japan issued an ultimatum to Thailand, demanding passage and giving a two-hour response window. Unable to locate Prime Minister Phibun until late morning, Thailand was invaded hours later. From Indochina, Japanese Imperial Guards and the 55th Division landed at Phra Tabong and pushed northwest toward Aranyaprathet. The 5th Division's regiment landed at Patani while the division's main force seized Singora, quickly overwhelming Thai defenders. From Saigon, elements of the 15th Army conducted additional naval landings across Thailand but encountered unexpectedly fierce Thai resistance that stalled their progress. Just before Pearl Harbor came under attack, the Japanese 18th Division landed at Kota Bharu. The defenders—the 8th Indian Infantry Brigade under Brigadier B.W. Key, supported by artillery from the 21st Mountain Battery and the 73rd Field Battery—faced a daunting task. The 3/17th Dogra Regiment, commanded by Lieutenant Colonel G.A. Preston, held a 10-mile coastal stretch fortified with mines, barbed wire, and pillboxes overlooking the narrow beaches of Badang and Sabak, separated by estuaries and surrounded by creeks, lagoons, and swamp islands. The Dogras unleashed devastating fire as Japanese landing craft approached at midnight. Colonel Masanobu Tsuji observed that enemy pillboxes "responded with such overwhelming force that our men lying on the beach, partially submerged in water, could not lift their heads." The first waves were pinned down, with casualties mounting from artillery, machine gun fire, and Allied aircraft from nearby airfields. British Hudsons bombed the invasion fleet and stranded soldiers, sinking one Japanese transport and destroying seven of their own aircraft in the process. The defenders inflicted heavy casualties, but intense hand-to-hand combat eventually breached the line's center by 03:45, threatening the nearby airfield. Simultaneously, 17 Japanese bombers attacked Singapore with minimal damage and 61 casualties, surprising the British with evidence of enemy long-range aircraft. Japanese fighters and bombers dominated the skies over Kota Bharu and northern Malaysian airfields, demonstrating clear air superiority. Amid the chaos, counterattacks by Malayan battalions failed, forcing the British to destroy northern airfields to prevent capture. The defenders retreated from the beaches to Kota Bharu itself that night. As confusion engulfed British headquarters, Operation Krohcol commenced at 15:00. This scaled-down preemptive operation aimed to delay the Japanese invasion by securing and destroying the Ledge—a six-mile road carved through steep hillside with a sheer drop into a river. Blowing this section would severely impede enemy advance. The force consisted primarily of the 3/16th Punjab Regiment under Lieutenant Colonel Henry Moorhead, supplemented by engineers, traveling in Marmon-Herrington trucks provided by the Australian Motor Transport Company. Krohcol was undermanned from the start; the 5/14th Punjab Regiment and artillery battery failed to arrive on schedule, forcing the column to proceed without them. Crossing the border at Kroh, Indian troops encountered determined resistance from Thai police under Major Prayoon Rattanakit in Betong. These roadblocks delayed the Indian advance for two full days while Prayoon's officers simultaneously engaged Japanese forces at Patani. After several hours of combat, Japan and Thailand reached an armistice by midday, with Phibun granting Japan passage, though Thai forces remained neutral. Japanese forces at Patani, navigating poor roads but facing no opposition, began their advance toward the Ledge—approximately 60 miles distant—initiating a critical race against Krohcol to determine who would occupy this vital position first. Meanwhile, renewed fighting erupted at Kota Bharu as Japanese forces infiltrated around British strongpoints, causing alarm among commanders. By December 10, with the situation deteriorating, defenders received authorization to abandon Kota Bharu and withdraw south to Machang.   Just hours after the Pearl Harbor attack, Admiral Phillips ordered Force Z to intercept Japanese invasion forces in the South China Sea without air support. Phillips believed he could "finish quickly and escape to the east before the Japanese could organize a significant attack." Ten Brewster Buffaloes were assigned to support the fleet, but he departed without requesting their cover. Force Z failed to locate the Japanese fleet, which had moved northwest into the Gulf of Siam. By afternoon on December 9, Japanese submarine I-65 detected Force Z, followed by reconnaissance aircraft. When Phillips altered course toward Kuantan, crews grew complacent. Bert Wynn recalled shipboard conversation centered on sinking Japanese warships. A flag officer remarked to CBS correspondent Cecil Brown, "Oh, but they are Japanese. There's nothing to worry about." That evening, Brown questioned whether the British were overconfident given Pearl Harbor. Officers conceded theoretically but remained dismissive. One replied, "We just don't think the enemy is much good. They could not beat China for five years." At 11:00 AM on December 10, Japanese aircraft struck. Three waves of Nell and Betty bombers from Indochina, after more than five hours aloft, approached from the horizon. With no air support—Phillips had maintained radio silence—defense rested entirely on anti-aircraft batteries. Nells attacked at 12,000 feet, dropping 250 kg bombs. Repulse twisted violently, evading most, but one struck her seaplane deck, killing two dozen men instantly. At 11:30, seventeen Nells attacked at wave-top level, focusing on Prince of Wales. Nine aircraft divided their approach, flying below 100 feet from both bows. The ship's inexperienced anti-aircraft crews, hampered by inoperable radar from tropical humidity, struggled to track targets. Once torpedoes were released, the planes sped away, losing only one aircraft.   A single torpedo struck Prince of Wales near the outer propeller shaft. When restarted, water flooded engine room B. Auxiliary power failed, halting drainage and causing an 11.5-degree list to port. Her 5-inch guns became powerless; she slowed to 15 knots, severely crippled. At 12:20, twenty-six Bettys attacked in coordinated "anvil" assaults with simultaneous torpedo drops on both bows. Repulse evaded initially but two or three torpedoes found their mark. One crew member recalled, "Suddenly there was a massive explosion. I immediately knew we'd lost Repulse, for within seconds she took on a frightening list to port, so rapid no amount of counter flooding would save her." Captain's last order: "You've put up a good show, now save yourselves." At 12:23 PM, Repulse rolled over and sank stern-first, her enormous hull protruding vertically from the water. Men jumped into oil-blackened water; many drowned during hours of waiting while destroyer escorts frantically retrieved survivors. Cecil Brown described it as "a confusing, macabre game"—orange flames, white tracers, and gray aircraft "astonishingly close, like butterflies pinned on blue cardboard." With Repulse gone, bombers concentrated on the damaged Prince of Wales. At 12:44, a 500 kg bomb struck between her stacks where wounded crew sheltered, causing devastating casualties. Men ordered to abandon ship faced drowning if trapped below deck. Destroyers rushed in to save swimmers, though HMS Express nearly capsized in rescue efforts. Ten Buffaloes arrived as Prince of Wales sank—too late. One pilot recalled, "After an hour, lack of petrol forced me to leave, but during that hour I had seen many men in dire danger waving, cheering and joking, as if they were holiday-makers waving at a low-flying aircraft. It shook me, for here was something above human nature." In just over an hour, the battleship era ended: 47 British officers and 793 men perished, including Admiral Phillips. Repulse's captain later acknowledged, "The enemy's attacks were undoubtedly carried out magnificently and pressed home effectively. The high-level bombers maintained tight formation and did not veer off course." By December 10, Krohcol reached Betong, just 26 miles from the Ledge. However, a Japanese ambush caught them off-guard near the target, forcing retreat when they were only a mile away. The 5th Division's regiment reached the Ledge by midday, dealing the Indians significant casualties. By December 13, Krohcol was pushed back to Kroh, the operation failed. Meanwhile, the 5th Division advanced south from Singora toward Jitra. Major-General David Murray-Lyon commanded the 11th Indian Division's weak defensive positions at Jitra's road junction, unaware that the critical Alor Setar airfield had already been abandoned. His forces—6th Indian Brigade holding a 10-mile coastal sector, 15th Brigade covering the road, and 28th Brigade in reserve—had sent two delaying detachments on December 9. On December 11, Japanese tanks overwhelmed these covering battalions, inflicting heavy casualties. Murray-Lyon committed his reserves prematurely, leaving Alor Setar lightly defended. That night, Japanese tanks reached the main position north of Jitra, with the 5th Division following. Heavy fighting ensued between Japanese armor and demoralized Indian troops. British defenses penetrated around 06:00, forcing successive Indian units to be overrun. Murray-Lyon repeatedly requested withdrawal permission. At 19:30 on December 12, General Percival finally approved. Due to poor communication and confusion, the 11th Indian Division suffered heavy casualties but disengaged by December 13, withdrawing to Gurun. The primary British defenses in northern Malaya had been breached, the 11th Division severely weakened, and the Japanese advance down the peninsula had begun unstoppably. Percival's first significant defense occurred at Jitra on December 11th, intended to push the Japanese as far north as possible and protect remaining Allied airfields. The Japanese quickly overwhelmed the Indian defenders, and Colonel Tsuji observed the engagement firsthand: "Our tanks were ready on the road, and the twenty or so enemy armored cars ahead were literally trampled underfoot. The enemy armored cars could not escape by running away, and were sandwiched between our medium tanks. It was speed and weight of armor that decided the issue." Major General Murray-Lyon commanded the 11th Indian Division. A World War I veteran, he had served with distinction in the Highland Light Infantry, earning the Military Cross for bravery in Flanders and the Distinguished Service Order for his actions at Moeuvres. The citation stated: "For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. When the enemy attacked and penetrated the line after intense fighting and continual bombing attacks, by his courage and personal example he succeeded in driving them out and held his position against further heavy attacks with splendid coolness and determination." This was no desk officer, but a frontline commander faced with an impossible task. Murray-Lyon's division appeared formidable on paper but was severely compromised. It contained only two regular British battalions—the Leicestershire and East Surrey Regiments—with the remainder consisting of four newly raised Indian Army battalions and three inexperienced Gurkha battalions. The Gurkhas, though renowned as elite soldiers, were primarily composed of 18-year-old recruits fresh from deployment. Like all Allied forces in Malaya, the division lacked tanks while facing an enemy flush with armor. After only days of intense combat, Murray-Lyon sought permission to withdraw, convinced the Japanese forces greatly outnumbered him. Ironically, Yamashita's army was outnumbered two to one. The Japanese commander employed Blitzkrieg tactics inspired by his time as a military attaché in Berlin, coordinating air and ground forces with remarkable precision. His approach involved fast-moving tanks, bomber aircraft deployed as mobile artillery, and—most unusually—bicycle-mounted infantry. Prior to the invasion, Japanese planners decided bicycles were ideal for the tropical jungle terrain. Rather than shipping thousands, they seized bicycles from the local population. The offensive typically began with bombing raids on Allied defensive positions, followed by tanks smashing through. As defenders retreated, bicycle infantry continuously harassed and attacked, while coastal amphibious assaults flanked positions along the shore. Colonel Alfred Harrison of the 11th Indian Division reflected on the psychological toll: "Fatigue had stretched the men's mind to the limit and the moral ascendancy which the Japanese achieved in these few weeks included a psychic side. The troops were beginning to attribute almost supernatural powers to the Japanese." Yamashita had rehearsed these tactics extensively on Hainan Island, conducting exercises in amphibious landings, bridge destruction and repair, and jungle operations. The bicycle innovation proved revolutionary—troops covered greater distances more quickly with less fatigue, repeatedly outflanking British forces who found themselves pushed off roads and encircled. The rapid movements created a psychological multiplier effect; British commanders, mistaken about enemy numbers, believed they faced far larger forces than actually present. This "Bicycle Blitzkrieg," as it became known, echoed Mongol tactics—a single swift force striking multiple targets so quickly that enemies believed they faced several armies. Tanks were crucial to this success. The British had deployed no tanks to Malaya before the war, a fatal omission. Combined with bicycle infantry, Japanese armor allowed them to engage British forces before defensive positions could be established. Percival authorized withdrawal from Jitra, directing troops south to Gurun, but those defenses remained unfinished and the Japanese advance was too rapid. Percival later reflected in his memoir, War in Malaya: "This withdrawal would have been difficult under the most favorable conditions. With the troops tired, units mixed as the result of the fighting, communications broken and the night dark, it was inevitable that orders should be delayed and that in some cases they should never reach the addressees. This is what in fact occurred. The withdrawal, necessary as it may have been, was too fast and too complicated for disorganized and exhausted troops, whose disorganization and exhaustion it only increased." From the start, British forces stretched too thinly across a 14-mile front in challenging terrain—dense jungle on the right flank, monsoon-soaked rice fields and rubber plantations in the center, mangrove swamps to the left. Yamashita's concentrated attacks breached the line. Repeated retreats cost both personnel and equipment, as overrun positions offered no opportunity for evacuation and bicycle infantry prevented orderly withdrawal. The Jitra defeat exposed a fundamental strategic error: deploying under-resourced troops across Malaya's entire breadth rather than establishing a shorter, more defensible line further south, which could have shortened British supply lines while lengthening Japan's—a disadvantage the Japanese could not exploit. The Allied retreat continued southward to the Gurun area, though the chaotic withdrawal from Jitra itself inflicted more casualties than the fighting had—many frontline units never received withdrawal orders, while others became lost crossing the Bata River. Murray eventually fell back to the Muda River, establishing defensive positions along the Krian River some thirty miles south. Percival, increasingly desperate, realized his entire strategy had depended on holding the Japanese as far north as possible to minimize air threats to Singapore. The rapid Japanese advance made this impossible. Reluctantly, he ordered a general withdrawal south of the Perak River, while his field commanders pleaded for reinforcements they would never receive. Though Percival had an Australian division in Johor, he refused to commit them north, fearing a Japanese naval invasion further south could threaten Singapore itself.   As Yamashita's 25th Army advanced westward toward Penang, Japanese bombers subjected the island to daily raids. British command, recognizing the island as indefensible, evacuated European residents on December 17th—leaving the local Malay population to face the Japanese. Mrs Muriel Reilly's recollection captures the moment's bitter legacy: "it still hurts to think how the white race 'let down hundreds of similarly faithful servants who trusted in us, and looked to us for protection from the hated Japanese." The abandonment had strategic consequences. In their haste, the British left massive stockpiles of arms and supplies in Penang that fell directly into Yamashita's hands. More profoundly, local Malays turned against their former colonial rulers. Some historians now argue "the moral collapse of British rule in Southeast Asia occurred not at Singapore, but at Penang." Under subsequent Japanese occupation, Penang endured three years and eight months of hardship—food shortages, rampant hyperinflation from the "banana dollar," and systematic repression including comfort women camps and the Sook Ching massacres targeting Chinese communities the Japanese feared might become guerrillas.  The Japanese occupiers' fears about Chinese resistance were prescient. Among the Chinese communities of Malaya and Singapore, anti-Japanese sentiment had been building for over a decade. Since Japan's 1937 invasion of China, ethnic Chinese populations had viewed Tokyo with deep hostility. The Japanese invasion of Manchuria in 1931, followed by the escalating horrors of the Second Sino-Japanese War, had created a reservoir of determination to resist Japanese expansion wherever it might emerge. As British colonial authority crumbled, this sentiment transformed from passive resentment into active organization. The Battle of Jitra exposed a fundamental miscalculation: attempting to defend all of Malaya with an undersized army. A more strategic withdrawal to Johore would have shortened British supply lines while extending Japan's. As December ended, Murray-Lyon was dismissed from command—a casualty of circumstance. He had spent weeks preparing for the cancelled Operation Matador while neglecting proper defenses at Jitra and Gurun. At fifty-one, this decorated soldier, who had earned the Military Cross and Distinguished Service Order in the Great War, became a civilian during Britain's darkest hour. He was replaced by Brigadier Archibald Paris, equally inexperienced in jungle warfare, who paradoxically proved more effective by facilitating the retreat of Murray's division while inflicting unexpected casualties on overconfident Japanese units. By December 26th, the Japanese 5th Division and 4th Guards Regiment crossed the Perak River, preparing an assault on Kampar. This position was crucial—located halfway between Penang and Kuala Lumpur, its terrain was unsuitable for tanks and difficult to outflank, offering a rare opportunity to make a stand. Paris gathered infantry battalions, many composed of Jitra and Gurun survivors: British battalions from the Leicesters and East Surreys, along with Jat and Punjabi units including Sikhs. The 12th Brigade hastily dug trenches, strung wire, and cleared fields around Kampar's ridges to improve visibility. After three weeks of continuous fighting and retreat, the defenders' morale had collapsed. Colonel Alfred Harrison observed on Christmas Day: "fatigue had stretched the men's mind to the limit and the moral ascendancy which the Japanese had achieved in these few weeks included a 'psychic' side. The troops were beginning to attribute almost supernatural powers to the Japanese." The Japanese, by contrast, had grown accustomed to victory and approached each engagement with unshakeable confidence. Yamashita employed German-inspired tactics using aircraft as mobile artillery—vital in terrain where conventional gun placement was impossible. Engagements began with bombing raids on Allied positions, followed by frontal assaults to establish a line, then flanking maneuvers through jungle to encircle defenders. When the assault came from the western coastal roads, Japanese tanks struck the 12th Brigade along a three-mile rural stretch near Gopeng. Small arms and heavy machine gun fire erupted as infantry dismounted from trucks and spread into the brush. Some tanks advanced alone onto a bridge near Dipang, where they encountered defenders with Lanchester submachine guns and Bren gun carriers equipped with anti-tank rifles. Lt Colonel Ian Stewart noted the grim reality: "the anti-tank rifle made no impression against the Jap mediums, while their 37 mm guns went through our armour like paper." The Japanese tankers, closing their hatches in the oppressive subtropical heat—what they described as a "Turkish bath"—approached cautiously, aware of potential counterattacks. British defenders fired desperately at vision slits, their bullets ricocheting uselessly. A 2-pounder anti-tank gun destroyed a single tank, prompting Japanese armor to withdraw and wait for infantry support. Meanwhile, two hundred defenders on the opposite side prepared to destroy the bridge. Fortunately, Kampar's shallow water allowed most to wade across a mile downstream. Stewart's 12th Brigade had purchased time. The British established a strong perimeter around Kampar Hill, resembling a "goose egg" on the map. Their artillery, better supplied than the Japanese equivalent, was concealed in the jungle with two hundred rounds stacked beside each gun. The 15th/6th Brigades occupied the low ground where the road and railway ran through town. Unlike earlier battles where Japanese forces kept defenders pinned with close contact, Kampar's expansive fields of fire and terrain offered space to maneuver—a rare advantage the British would finally exploit. Major General Saburo Kawamura led the attack on Kampar with his 9th Brigade. On December 31st, he probed the 28th Gurkha Brigade entrenched on the hill. Japanese howitzer fire drew return artillery that effectively repelled their advances. At midnight on New Year's Eve, Lt. Colonel Augustus Murdoch ordered a 12-gun salute fired at the Japanese—perhaps a cheeky gesture. Seven hours later, Kawamura launched his main assault on the western side targeting the trunk road. The brunt fell on a newly formed British battalion, the Leicesters and East Surreys, under Lt. Colonel Esmond Morrison. The 48-year-old, though some dismissed him as a "polo-playing playboy," proved a serious soldier despite his peacetime reputation, frequently sharing front-line dangers with his men. Japanese infantry emerged from the mist carrying mortars. Mortar fire became intense—one casualty was a company commander whose jaw was shattered by a splinter. However, observation officers from the 88th Field Regiment pinpointed Japanese advances, unleashing devastating artillery fire. Colonel Masanobu Tsuji observed "a continuous stream of casualties coming back down the hill to safety, either carried on stretchers or supported on the shoulders of comrades who were themselves wounded." Japanese artillery pieces were covertly moved through secondary jungle to hide their positions. During the fighting, one of Morrison's lieutenants encountered Japanese soldiers in a trench, fired his revolver, and retreated. A gunnery driver named Walker, noticing a nearby Bren position overrun, exited his vehicle armed with a Thompson submachine gun and launched a surprise attack, forcing the Japanese to retreat—earning him a medal. Troop Sergeant Major Hugill, commanding an outlying observation post connected by field telephone, received a distinguished conduct medal for calmly calling in protective artillery fire while cut off. When the attack subsided, he encountered isolated Japanese soldiers who had captured a Vickers-Berthier machine gun. Hugill gathered five infantrymen and led a bayonet charge to reclaim it. Emergency commissioned officer Lt. Edgar Newland commanded a platoon of 30 men in one of the most forward positions. His platoon was surrounded for much of the battle yet successfully repelled numerous assaults over two consecutive days. General Percival specifically praised Newland and his men. Newland received a Military Cross; his platoon sergeant, Euan McDonald, received a distinguished conduct medal. After two days, Japanese forces captured part of Thompson's Ridge. Morrison ordered two platoons of Sikhs and Gujars to bayonet charge under mortar fire. Tragically, 34 soldiers died, including their 21-year-old commander, Charles Lamb, killed in the initial charge. Captain John Graham lost both legs to a grenade but continued encouraging his men, throwing grenades at Japanese trenches before bleeding to death—but they had retaken the position. Courage, artillery, and terrain proved insufficient. Yamashita decided to outflank Percival with seaborne landings on the Malayan west coast. He transported 40 small craft by rail to Alor Star and ordered landings near Telok Anson, 30 miles southeast of Kampar. If successful, he would cut off Percival's 11th Indian Division defending Kampar. Yamashita devised a three-pronged attack: the Imperial Guards Division would paddle down the Perak River into town; another force would approach from the west on landing craft entering from the opposite direction; a third would move up the Bernam River and march north toward Telok Anson. Lt. General Takuro Matsui commanded the landings. While Kampar held, 1,500 of Matsui's men crowded onto landing craft. One steamer towing ten craft went too far south, attempting the Selangor River defended by a Jat battalion with artillery. The Japanese were repelled, losing one to three craft before moving north. In Perak, four landing rafts ran aground on a sandbar and required rescue. A British patrol boat spotted them but left to report—no action followed. Percival later remarked: "unfortunately neither the navy nor the air force were able to take advantage of this unique opportunity." Despite setbacks, Japanese forces landed and advanced on Telok Anson. On January 2nd, they encountered the 3rd Indian Cavalry and 1st Independent Company under Stewart, equipped with armored cars and Thompson and Bren guns. They inflicted significant casualties but with only 250 men couldn't hold. Stewart ordered delaying actions instead. Telok Anson fell, leaving Kampar defenders at risk of encirclement. Although Kawamura's forces showed no signs of breaking after four days of fighting, Paris feared his main supply route had been cut. He requested permission from Percival to withdraw to the Slim River defensive line. Paris prioritized preserving troops over territory: "With no reserves in hand, we were still in a position of being unable to accept major losses." The 12th Brigade held while Paris organized the division's withdrawal. An unusual discovery emerged during delaying actions: Brigadier Stewart found the body of a dead European cyclist in British uniform. Earlier, a Punjabi sentry had shot a man on a bridge attempting to grab his Thompson. Both were likely German deserters from Vichy Indo-China's Foreign Legion, in contact with the Nazi embassy. The British Legation in Bangkok had warned of such infiltrators offering sabotage and espionage assistance. Percival was particularly struck by the German who tried single-handedly to disarm a sentry and seize a bridge. The 12th Brigade discovered another European body—a German political refugee and former mining engineer who had disappeared weeks earlier. Exhausted after three weeks of near-constant combat, the 12th Brigade continued delaying actions. Japanese air forces wreaked havoc on vehicles; Stewart estimated half his casualties—around 90 killed and wounded from 4,000 troops—resulted from aerial attacks. Stewart expressed satisfaction: "It had been an eminently successful battle," though it was more a series of brief skirmishes than traditional battle. Kampar fell when Telok Anson was captured. Percival might have committed Australian brigades from Johore or garrison battalions from Singapore, but concentrating forces at Kampar risked prompting Yamashita to attack elsewhere. The Kampar defenders retreated 30 miles to the Slim River. Tsuji reluctantly acknowledged Yamashita's breakthrough was impressive, if risky. On the east coast, defenders faced more resistance at Kuantan. Percival clung to the airfield, determined to deny the Japanese RAF facilities and limit their ability to strike at reinforcement convoys approaching Singapore. The first convoy from Bombay, carrying the half-trained 45th Brigade under Brigadier Horatio Duncan, was 24 hours away. The 22nd Indian Brigade, led by Brigadier George Painter, defended Kuantan against the Takumi detachment of the 18th Division. One battalion, commanded by a veteran of Kota Bharu, fortified the airfield with barbed wire and trenches. When Takumi's forces approached, the Japanese encountered 4.5-inch howitzer fire inflicting significant casualties. The defenders fought fiercely, each equipped with six grenades instead of two, creating deadly chaos. Tsuji noted the airfield "was obstinately defended," particularly at night when grenades rolled into confined trenches with devastating effect. Word reached the defenders that General Barstow's entire 9th Indian Division was retreating through Kuala Lipis-Jerantut-Raub. The 22nd Brigade demolished installations and prepared to withdraw, though their rearguard risked encirclement. One night, investigating his southern flank with Captain Ian Grimwood, battalion commander Cumming spotted Japanese soldiers climbing barbed wire meters away. Armed with a .455 Webley revolver, Cumming and Grimwood faced seven Japanese soldiers charging with bayonets. They fired as they were knocked down, killing all attackers, but Cumming suffered two bayonet wounds to his stomach. Grimwood dragged him to battalion HQ for first aid. As the airfield was overrun, Cumming ordered withdrawal. A grenade or mortar round knocked him unconscious. He regained consciousness in a vehicle where Private Albel Singh reported a Japanese roadblock ahead. Spotting a fallen tree creating passage, Cumming ordered Singh to charge through. Machine gun fire rained down; Cumming was hit again with a shattered arm, possibly from an anti-personnel mine, while Singh endured a .256 armor-piercing bullet through both thighs yet maintained control, driving 30 miles per hour. The vehicle arrived at brigade HQ covered in blood from six occupants. Cumming would receive the Victoria Cross for his heroism. Painter held the airfield long enough for reinforcements to approach, though it cost much of one of the best Indian battalions. Painter, fixated on flanking fears, believed it "better to lose half a battalion than an entire brigade." The 22nd Indian Brigade lost a third of its strength but retreated by January 3rd. While this unfolded eastward, Yamashita's forces advanced south. Defenders prepared a new defensive line at Trolak, five miles north of Slim River. Reinforcements had arrived; the 45th Brigade was immediately dispatched to repel the enemy's advance on Kuala Selangor, which held another crucial airfield. Whether defenders could withstand Yamashita's onslaught remained to be seen.   While British forces retreated in disarray toward Singapore, another chapter was quietly beginning in the shadows of the collapsing colonial order. On December 25, 1941—Christmas morning, even as Governor Young raised the white flag over Hong Kong—Chinese volunteers in Singapore formalized their resistance. That day, the Singapore Overseas Chinese Anti-Japanese Volunteer Army, officially known as Dalforce, was established under the command of Lieutenant Colonel John Dalley. Dalforce emerged from urgent necessity. As the Japanese invasion accelerated and British defenses crumbled, recruitment of local Chinese volunteers escalated dramatically. What had begun as an informal volunteer effort in 1939 now crystallized into organized military structure. The initial cadre of 200 volunteers swelled to 4,000 members as the invasion reached Singapore's doorstep. These were not professional soldiers—Dalforce members came from the Chinese civilian population, motivated by the knowledge that Japanese occupation would target them specifically. Many lacked military training; some were armed only with sporting firearms due to critical shortages of military weapons. Supply ships intended for Dalforce, such as the SS Empress of Asia, were sunk before their cargo could reach Singapore. Yet the volunteers pressed forward, organizing themselves despite severe handicaps: makeshift uniforms, inadequate equipment, and internal divisions between Communist and Kuomintang factions, each trained separately by British officers. Dalforce would soon earn the nickname "Dalley's Desperadoes" from British forces—a name reflecting both affection for their fierce combat effectiveness and incredulity that such a hastily assembled, poorly equipped force could fight with such determination. Unlike the demoralized British and Indian troops retreating southward, these Chinese volunteers were not defending a colonial order they had experienced as oppressive. They were fighting for their homes, their families, and their survival against an enemy they had every reason to fear and oppose. As the Malayan Campaign entered its final phase and the focus shifted to Singapore itself, Dalforce would play a role that British military historians had largely overlooked but that Chinese participants would never forget. I would like to take this time to remind you all that this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Please go subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry after that, give my personal channel a look over at The Pacific War Channel at Youtube, it would mean a lot to me.   In December 1941, Japan invaded Malaya. British commanders placed their faith in "impregnable" Singapore, but disaster struck immediately. On December 10, Japanese bombers sank Force Z—battleships Prince of Wales and Repulse—in a stunning air attack.Using tanks and bicycles in a lightning "Bicycle Blitzkrieg," Japanese troops shattered Allied lines at Kota Bharu and Jitra, sending exhausted British, Indian, and Australian forces reeling southward in chaos.  

Get a $230 gift card after your first payment of $500 with Melio (affiliate) - https://milestomemories.com/go/melio/ Capital One Venture more info on our site (affiliate) - https://milestomemories.com/capital-one-venture-rewards-credit-card/ Airlines are quietly punishing one-way bookings again, with Kyle Potter documenting examples across countless airports, and it comes with a mystery: Delta calendars showing the exact same "lowest" price every single day for months. We get into what booking a round trip cost Mark on his Singapore trip, whether shared pricing software deserves a closer look, and why Frontier is suddenly the only airline behaving. Then a genuinely useful how-to: adding your American number to an Alaska Atmos booking so your status perks follow you, including the one mistake that locks the wrong number in and the earning trade-off to consider first. Mark maps out his Summit card companion cert rotation, we break down the increased Capital One Venture offer and the FU points philosophy behind it, and Emirates unveils the first premium economy seat that looks designed on purpose: motorized recline, a motorized privacy divider, wireless charging, and one big retrofit catch. Would you book premium economy over saving the miles? Let us know in the comments. Episode Guide: 0:00 Welcome to MTM Travel 1:03 Airlines Are Punishing One-Way Bookings 2:33 When a Round Trip Burned Mark in Bangkok 4:07 Delta's Suspiciously Flat Calendar Prices 7:10 In Defense of Delta (Sort Of) 8:12 The Redheaded Safety Video Celebrity 10:16 Add Your AA Number to an Atmos Booking 14:30 Replenishing Atmos: Cards & Companion Certs 18:39 Capital One Venture: 75K + a $300 Hotel Credit 22:52 Emirates Reinvents Premium Economy 27:32 Final Thoughts Links One-way penalty - https://thriftytraveler.com/news/travel/one-way-vs-round-trip-analysis/ Adding AA to Alaska booking - https://milestomemories.com/add-alaska-atmos-booking-to-american-airlines/ AA to Atmos - https://milestomemories.com/atmos-rewards-loyalty-program/ Emirates premium economy - https://onemileatatime.com/news/emirates-new-premium-economy-seat/

Man has been arrested for sexually abusing a koi fish in Bangkok. Honor student has been suspended for bringing coffee to class. Boomers are attacking traffic lights over deadly weapon conspiracy theories. Weird AF News is the only daily weird news podcast in the world. Weird news 5 days/week and on Friday it's only Floridaman. SUPPORT by joining the Weird AF News Patreon http://patreon.com/weirdafnews - OR buy Jonesy a coffee at http://buymeacoffee.com/funnyjones Buy MERCH: https://weirdafnews.merchmake.com/ - Check out the official website https://WeirdAFnews.com and FOLLOW host Jonesy at http://instagram.com/funnyjones - wants Jonesy to come perform standup comedy in your city? Fill out the form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvYbm8Wgz3Oc2KSDg0-C6EtSlx369bvi7xdUpx_7UNGA_fIw/viewform Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lefty is joined again by longtime Kyosho legend Mic Cradock to continue the history of the 1/8th IFMAR Off-Road World Championships. Mic shares firsthand stories from his first Worlds in Bangkok, Thailand, in 1990 before moving into the rain-soaked 1992 Worlds in Germany, where Kunihiro Toge delivered Kyosho its first of eight World Championships. They also discuss early RC technology, track conditions, tire development, international travel and the beginning of Japanese dominance in 1/8th off-road racing. Watch the video version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2g5yld6E1E

Max Chernov interviews billionaires and longterm expats all over Asia. He lives in Singapore, owns apartments in Phuket, and flies into Bangkok regularly. We talk about how he got into interviewing people on YouTube, the reality of raising a family in Bangkok, and what the people who've been here 20+ years understand about Thailand that the two-year guys don't.

[Bánh Mì Sounds - Collection villes d'Asie]Le voyage auditif et immersif au cœur des villes d'Asie

(00:00-4:10) Awwwww, Doug, Vienna. Doug's invite to go bowling. Should we do the show in Bangkok? White Lotus.(4:18-5:59) One Night in Bangkok.(6:09-8:25) What's lined up for ATMA today? What's gonna have Ken all riled up? Who is the winner of the Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Gatesworth this old fart. Will the Veiled Prophet call in from Portland? NFL on Wednesday is like MAC Football. A Jim Dandy by the bay. Enabling grandpa. Bullpen issues...again. Rainiel Rodriguez just keeps hitting. Liam Doyle. Do they use paper plates at Waffle House? Ken begging Scott Spiezio for autographs. Doug just doesn't understand cuisine. Octopi are really smart. Michael has some Cardinal bullpen thoughts. Why is everybody sleeping on the Jaguars this year? Mark is on the line with a little Cardinal baseball history fun fact. Screw You, Margaret is caller number 3 with a hot Monster Jam take. And Chet is hitting cleanup on the phones with something about 2015 Mizzou Football.Mizzou hasn't released their uniform combo for tomorrow. Mt. Rushmore of sketch comedy shows. Jackson will not be live streaming the Mizzou KU game tomorrow. Doug's Microphone Shadow is our fifth caller of the day and he has a pro tip for Tim on his meat sticks. Iggy's FBI friends. Drew Lock. QB2U. Audio of Drew Lock talking about the win and stepping in for Sam Darnold. Former Mizzou Chase Daniel giving his thoughts. Gigachads.Happy Birthday Big Daddy Kane. Doggies on a heater but the 89th minute got em. Ever go to a ball with gloves? Talkin' City. Shepherd's Pie for lunch has you sleeping by 3. Why does Doug hate the environment?Cardinal broadcaster, Brad Thompson joins us. Tony Larussa Grand Marshalling the upcoming NASCAR race. BT discusses his excitement for the 2006 World Series reunion this weekend and who he's excited to reconnect with. After some broadcast logistics questions, Brad dives into Leo Bernal's emergence and the future of the Cardinals outfield. What do they do with Nolan Gorman?Big second weekend of college football coming up. Audio of Eli Drinkwitz addressing the team, stressing the importance of toughness and referencing Brady Cook's 2024 Homecoming heroics. People aren't happy with the clip. Where is Sacred Heart University? Season's over if Mizzou loses tomorrow. Audio of Dabo Swinney going off on a reporter when asked if he has any regrets on his roster construction. What Jackson looks for in a friend. What's Lindenwood got this year? Mason Dixon Line starts right at the Meramec River. Lawn chair envy.October is the king of all months. Mt. Rushmore of Digital Underground songs. Audio of Nevin Shapiro fired up about Miami football. What happens to ATMA if Ken takes a day off. Guardian Summer.Yoga pants above a size medium. Feet pics on LinkedIn. Which part of today's show was your favorite? TTFN. It's a place to apply for jobs, cupcake. Design Aire Heating & Cooling E-Mail of the Day.Tom's Diner. The Veiled Prophet calls in with a report from Portland and the Doggies last night. Doug's not going up there for a reuben. What's a ticket to a City vs. Portland game cost? Say it to my face, Prophet. Concerning Beta Behavior.Mt. Rushmore of Billy Joel songs. Billy Joel didn't like We Didn't Start The Fire.Awwwww, Doug, Vienna. Doug's invite to go bowling. Should we do the show in Bangkok? White Lotus.One Night in Bangkok.What's lined up for ATMA today? What's gonna have Ken all riled up? Who is the winner of the Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the headlines today, a police officer has been arrested this morning on suspicion of shooting his wife at a kindergarten, then, the owner of a pit bull was fatally mauled by their pet, in Bangkok, an oil contamination on Rama III has been contained while the source remains unknown; in some bizarre news, a Bangkok man is alleging threats from a massage shop with whom he got into an argument over sexual service payments, and a little later some royal family news as the king and queen renew their aviation licenses.

In the headlines today, a controversial French zoo owner in Koh Samui has been detained ahead of his deportation, then, proposed alcohol regulations raise concerns for Thailand's craft beer industry, in Bangkok, a British pensioner has been repatriated after a romance scam leaves him homeless, in traffic news a 77-year-old woman has been charged after driving her Mercedes on the wrong side of the road, and a little later we have some animal news in the form of an unfortunate soi dog chase as well as a very high reward for a missing cat.

AC/DC has officially taken over St. Louis, and somehow that's the least dangerous thing happening on today's show.The crew kicks things off with the AC/DC pop-up at Ballpark Village, the massive crowds surrounding the show and Moon remembering the actual AC/DC Lane he visited in Melbourne—complete with murals and enough rock history to make every tribute band immediately reconsider its career choices. Meanwhile, Lern is preparing for AC/DC and the Foo Fighters, who are hitting the stage promptly at 7 p.m. Seriously. Seven. They've only mentioned it approximately enough times to have it tattooed on everyone entering downtown.Then Sexy Time Fun Facts arrives to destroy whatever dignity this funny podcast had left.After wondering how their previous friend-of-the-show with enhancement surgery is recovering, Rizz brings in the much darker story of an influencer who died following a cosmetic penile enhancement procedure in Bangkok. According to the story discussed on the show, the 43-year-old underwent injections intended to increase his girth before developing severe chest pain and collapsing. The crew breaks down what reportedly went wrong, the inherent risks of cosmetic procedures and the unfortunate lesson that sometimes chasing “one last upgrade” is a catastrophically bad idea.This also gives Moon the opportunity to recall seeing what he believes were some truly spectacular cosmetic enhancements in the wild during a cruise. And yes, we're talking about butts now. There's apparently an Ozempic-related “big butt shortage,” Rafe would like everyone to support the cause, and the show briefly considers doing squats in tribute. This is technically health and wellness content if you lower your standards enough.Then we move from physical enhancements to another modern threat to relationships: your stupid phone.A marriage and family therapist's viral list of suspicious smartphone habits has the crew examining the little behaviors that can make your partner wonder what exactly you're hiding. Secret passwords? Phone suddenly face-down when your partner enters? Hiding the device? Changing passcodes without mentioning it? Angling your screen away like you're protecting classified intelligence? Congratulations, you've turned checking Instagram into an episode of Dateline.Lern actually has a legitimate excuse for acting shady around Tim: she was secretly planning his birthday bridge surprise and nearly blew the whole thing when a Marco Polo message started playing while Tim walked into the room. Unfortunately, “I promise I'm hiding something GOOD from you” isn't traditionally the sentence that restores confidence in a relationship.Moon then remembers a touring buddy who apparently forgot to mention one extremely important detail while enjoying Singapore: he was engaged. That omission became significantly more problematic when the tour manager later called him, immediately started discussing his overseas adventures…and discovered the guy's fiancée was sitting beside him on speakerphone.That marriage did not happen. Weird.From privacy screens to password changes, sudden defensiveness and treating your phone like it requires top-secret clearance, the crew reaches the obvious conclusion: smartphones aren't necessarily ruining relationships. Being a shady prick while holding one might be.AC/DC. Questionable enhancements. Giant butts. Secret birthday plans. Singapore disasters. And an alarming amount of discussion about which direction your phone is facing.It's another funny podcast from The Rizzuto Show, proving once again that we can begin with one of the biggest rock bands on Earth and somehow arrive at relationship surveillance and inflatable body parts in under fourteen minutes.Come for the St. Louis rock talk. Stay for the relationship advice absolutely nobody requested from this funny podcast.Follow The Rizzuto Show → linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → 1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode, we're sharing a conversation from our 2026 CEO Retreat in Bangkok. The theme for the event was "What Next? Leadership Through Sustained Disequilibrium." In this excerpted recording, our guests Michael Beckley, David Ignatius, and Ed Luce discuss what the next 3 years of U.S. policy might look like.  In this series, "Envisioning What's Next," we look not just at how we got here, but at what comes next — the green shoots pushing through the cracks. We'll consider the glimmers of hope that inspire, the breakthroughs ahead, and the choices we can make now to shape a brighter future. Reimagining the Future: Envisioning What's Next is produced by the Global Business Policy Council at Kearney, a think tank that deciphers sweeping geopolitical, economic, social, and technological changes and their effects on the global business environment. Learn more at kearney.com/gbpc.  

Michigan's controversial win over WMU, Eli Zaret in-studio, Lindsay Clancy mistrial, Wheel of Fortune pedo announcer, Ryan Reynolds v. the 1980s, and King Charles reminds the UK that Harry & Meghan are commoners. Happy Labor Day. Sports Part 1: Eli Zaret starts us off with the controversial Michigan victory over Western Michigan University. WMU is taking the loss like a champ. LSU head coach Lane Kiffin angers more people. The Detroit Tigers are tossing $4M to 12-year-old Kevin Sosa. Cathy Engelbert is stepping down after the recent fiasco in the WNBA. Tiger Woods not allowed drive. Green Bay Packer RB Josh Jacobs may only miss 6 games this year. The NFL locks up Roger Goodell for 4 years. LA Clippers billionaire owner Steve Ballmer is not allowed to attend anything related to his team. The Red Wings suck and have no GM. The Detroit Tigers lose in hilarious fashion the weekend. Sports Part II: Turns out there is a lot of domestic violence in the NFL. Some players aren't very good at handling their finances either. San Antonio Spurs announcer, Jacob Tobey, nailed a player's sister and you can't fire him for that. Former Sacramento Kings announcer, Grant Napear, is battling in court due to his termination. Wheel of Fortune's announcer is caught on a plane visiting a creepy pedophile chatroom. He's been BLOWN OUT. The 25th anniversary of 9/11 is approaching. Drew caught up with the documentary on Hulu while Netflix dropped a brand-new Turning Point doc. The knife murdering lady in NYC has gotten the meme treatment. Some people have no sympathy for one of the victims because she was a Bank of America VP. There was a mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy trial. She is still getting support from the chicks getting their news on TikTok. MAGA theories are abound. BranDon predicts robot sex will be here within 10 years. Jemele Hill hates capitalism. Kmele Foster put her in her place.  Stephen A. Smith, meanwhile, is not happy with Cari Champion and Jemele Hill after podcast interview. We make sure to watch his greatest work: Brick from General Hospital. Ryan Reynolds fears the 1980's. He has a new movie out called Mayday. Elliot Page can't seem to get roles these days. Alex Van Halen read David Lee Roth's book, but refuses to read Sammy Hagar's book. Macklemore is getting heat for popping off on Israel while opening for Ed Sheeran. Influencer Igho ‘Tiny' Ubiribo went to plump up his dong in Bangkok, but died in the process. Influencers are ruining the US Open. Carlos Alcaraz is smoking hot and chicks dig him. Jennifer Aniston's hocus pocus boyfriend is a total weasel. Colin Kaepernick and Jay-Z are beefing over the NFL. He hates his white parents. Karmelo Anthony's family has another fundraiser. They need about $200,000 this time around. FYI, Tiffany Billions=Tiffney McAdoo. Oh wait, there is ANOTHER fundraiser for the murderer. Dax Shepard and Kristen Bell don't want anything to do with The Coney fundraiser. Meghan Markle and Prince Harry: Divorce Watch! Billionaire Ian Wace is funding the obnoxious couple. Meghan Markle exploits Gloria Steinem's death for clicks. Nathan Fielder has an Elizabeth Holmes documentary coming next month Karl Hamburger joins the show tomorrow. Merch is available if you want to rep the show. You'd look amazing too. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley, BranDon, and Roberto).

Asia-Pacific is becoming one of the most exciting growth markets in global fitness with huge opportunities for growth. In this episode, Jack Thomas sits down with Eric Falardeau of McKinsey & Company to explore the forces shaping the next phase of the fitness and wellness industry. They discuss why investors are increasingly interested in fitness, the shift towards market consolidation, and the rise of mass participation events and social wellness. Eric also shares his perspective on APAC, from increasingly discerning consumers to the real estate and localisation challenges operators face when scaling across the region. Filmed during Beyond Activ in Bangkok.   SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support! Hapana, our preferred gym management software Ezypay, our preferred subscription and payment solution   NEWSLETTER For fitness business tips, insights and news - subscribe to The Fit Guide Newsletter   THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram   GUEST RESOURCES Eric Falardeau on LinkedIn   SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram

In the headlines today, Thailand drops foreign business license requirements for seven service categories, then, a French woman's passing on Koh Samui raises questions about nominee holdings, in Bangkok, a data center has been accused of hoarding fuel without a permit, also, Thailand's friend for hire businesses are finding a growing audience, and a little later some good news for public transport as Bangkok prepares to roll out more than 1500 new electric buses.

In this episode of the ZenRUN Podcast, I chat with trail and ultra runner Nida Collins. Nida grew up in Bangkok, where heading out the door for a run definitely wasn't part of everyday life. In fact, her own running journey didn't really begin until years later in Australia, thanks in part to a Kelpie Labrador called Arnold. Since then, running has taken Nida a very long way from those early jogs. She's discovered a love of trails and ultras, taken on some seriously challenging terrain, run in some beautiful places around the world and, more recently, completed 24 yards and 162km at Melbourne Front Yard Ultra. But what I really enjoyed about this conversation is Nida's approach to running. We talk about fear and what happens when you keep going back to something that scares you. We chat about the strange mental game of backyard ultras, dealing with the moments when a race isn't going the way you hoped, and why sometimes the best strategy for getting yourself out for a run is simply not to think about it too much! We also talk about running as a way to explore when you travel, why Nida always packs her running gear, and some rather impressive Thai trail race aid stations. Let's just say Australian aid stations may have some catching up to do.

VOV1 - Cảnh sát Thái Lan mới đây (5/9) cho biết hơn 50 bé gái dưới 18 tuổi được cho là đã bị lôi kéo vào một đường dây môi giới mại dâm qua mạng, với thủ đoạn dụ dỗ bằng những lời mời về “công việc có thu nhập”. Trung tướng Natthasak Chaowanasai, Cục trưởng Cục Điều tra Trung ương Thái Lan (CIB) hôm qua (5/9) cho biết lực lượng chức năng đã bắt giữ đối tượng Saran Sonphet, 38 tuổi (còn được biết đến với biệt danh “Yod the Kids”) tại tỉnh Samut Prakan (giáp thủ đô Bangkok).Cơ quan điều tra cho biết nghi phạm chủ yếu tiếp cận các bé gái chưa thành niên thông qua mạng xã hội và ứng dụng nhắn tin LINE, đồng thời làm quen với những trẻ sinh sống gần nơi ở của đối tượng.Thủ đoạn của Saran Sonphet là đưa ra những lời mời về “công việc có thu nhập” để thu hút sự chú ý. Khi các nạn nhân bày tỏ quan tâm, đối tượng mới từng bước tiết lộ và dụ dỗ nạn nhân tham gia đường dây mại dâm. Sau đó, đối tượng bố trí gặp mặt để thỏa thuận mức tiền và các điều kiện liên quan.Cảnh sát Thái Lan cho biết, nghi phạm đăng tải thông tin cá nhân, hình ảnh và các nội dung đánh giá về các bé gái trong những nhóm kín. Một số nạn nhân bị yêu cầu cầm biển ghi biệt danh của đối tượng (Yod the Kids) để nhận diện và quảng bá cho mạng lưới tội phạm đối tượng điều hành.Theo điều tra ban đầu, mỗi khách hàng trả cho đối tượng khoản phí môi giới từ 500 - 1.500 baht (khoảng 15 - 45 USD), trong khi các bé gái nhận từ 3.000 - 5.000 baht (khoảng 90 - 150 USD) cho mỗi giao dịch. Trong quá trình thẩm vấn, nghi phạm khai đã giới thiệu khoảng 50 bé gái cho khách hàng. Đáng chú ý, đối tượng Saran Sonphet từng bị bắt vào tháng 1/2022 và sau đó bị tuyên phạt 12 tháng tù về hành vi tàng trữ và phát tán văn hóa phẩm đồi trụy, song được hưởng án treo trong 2 năm.Cảnh sát Thái Lan đã thu giữ điện thoại di động, các tài khoản mạng xã hội, tài khoản ngân hàng cùng các hình ảnh, dữ liệu trò chuyện liên quan để mở rộng điều tra. Đối tượng có thể phải đối mặt với nhiều cáo buộc nghiêm trọng bao gồm buôn người, tuyển mộ, môi giới, vận chuyển, tạo điều kiện và hưởng lợi từ hoạt động mại dâm cũng như bóc lột trẻ vị thành niên để thu lợi bất chính.Vụ việc này tiếp tục cho thấy nguy cơ trẻ vị thành niên bị dụ dỗ, lôi kéo và bóc lột tình dục trên không gian mạng. Cục điều tra Trung ương Thái Lan khuyến cáo các bậc phụ huynh thường xuyên quan tâm, theo dõi việc sử dụng mạng xã hội của trẻ vị thành niên nhằm kịp thời phát hiện những dấu hiệu bất thường và phòng ngừa nguy cơ bị các đối tượng xấu tiếp cận, lôi kéo.PV/VOV-BangkokCảnh sát Thái Lan bắt giữ đối tượng Saran Sonphet, 38 tuổi (còn được biết đến với biệt danh "Yod the Kids") tại tỉnh Samut Prakan - Nguồn Bangkok Post

In this episode I sit down with Guide, who runs one of the most popular nightlife tours in Bangkok. Yes, her name is Guide, and yes, she ended up becoming one. We talk about Thai names, family career expectations, how she builds a night out for people visiting Bangkok, and more. We also get into tourist behavior in Thailand, what's happening in Pattaya, the 5,000 US sailors arriving for a little "celebration," and where to go out in Bangkok.

Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport may be one of the most haunted places ever built—and even airport authorities appear unwilling to ignore its restless dead. Anne and Renata investigate chilling reports from travellers, pilots and airport workers who claim to have witnessed apparitions, unexplained disturbances and terrifying paranormal activity throughout Thailand's busiest airport. Why were special accommodations built to appease its spirits—and what happens when the ghosts begin interfering with the living? Terror in the Terminal - A True Hauntings Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pim Techamuanvivit left a career in Silicon Valley to become one of the most important Thai chefs working today. She's self-taught and runs Michelin-starred kitchens on two continents at San Francisco's Kin Khao and Nari and Bangkok's Nahm. Her new book, Cooking Thai, is the result of writing down everything she had to figure out on her own. It's a remarkable book, and you should pick it up. Pim joins the show to talk about her amazing journey from working in tech to opening her first restaurant—her first restaurant job—and translating her iconic restaurant dishes for the home cook. Also on the show, I have a great conversation with Gidon Coll of the Hudson Valley Apple Project. If you love apples as much as I do, you will want to listen to this conversation. We talk about Gidon's work growing heirloom and obscure varieties of apple, and we discuss his truly amazing farm visits. You should book tickets while they are still available.  Subscribe: ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠, ⁠⁠YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the headlines today, Thailand drops foreign business license requirements for seven service categories, then, a French woman's passing on Koh Samui raises questions about nominee holdings, in Bangkok, a data center has been accused of hoarding fuel without a permit, also, Thailand's friend for hire businesses are finding a growing audience, and a little later some good news for public transport as Bangkok prepares to roll out more than 1500 new electric buses.

Click the post for details on this episode! Welcome back to Open House! Randy Seidman here with another two hours of the grooviest beats. Coming up this month I’m playing Abundance and Levels here in Bangkok, and next month I’m heading to Central and South America for my first show in Guatemala, plus a stop at EDC Colombia. Today’s episode is a special one with some of my favorite tunes in the first hour, followed by an exclusive session with the French-born, Bangkok scene veteran, Alex Fischer. For now, turn it up! WebsiteSoundCloudBeatportSpotifyFacebookTwitter Randy Seidman’s Track List:01. Booka Shade – No Memory [Blaufield Music]02. OIO – Slippin (Extended Mix) [Sirup Music]03. Low Foam – Quantum Jump (Original Mix) [Multiverse Recordings]04. Tori Levett – Release Me (Extended Mix) [7Rituals]05. Maison Ware – Oceans Of Time (Extended Mix) [ID]06. Cherry (UA) – Medea (Original Mix) [SVET]07. HIGHLITE – Forgotten Sentiment (Original Mix) [Diynamic]08. REZarin – Wild Animals (Extended Mix) [ID]09. Melissa XYZ – Don’t Cut Me Loose ft. Sky Garden (Victor Garde Extended Remix) [Flamingo After Dark]10. Massano ‘After The Sun’ ft. Noah Kulaga (Extended Mix) [Simulate]11. Zen Freeman – Angeles Love (Original Mix) [So Good]12. VOYA & Michele Adamson – Vortices [Self Released]13. Heikoon – Somewhere Else (Extended Mix) [Sirup Music]14. ID – ID (Instrumental Mix) [White Label] I hope you enjoyed the first hour with some of my top recent tunes. Up next is a special exclusive session with French-born, Thailand-based selector Alex Fischer. He cut his teeth in the clubs of Belgium and France before moving to Bangkok in 2012, where he landed a long residency at OSKAR on Sukhumvit Soi 11 and later became the venue’s DJ manager, all while helping drive the city’s Kolour Krew collective. His sound runs deep through Disco, Soul and Funk, weaving Soulful House, Deep House, Jackin’ Beats and Nu Disco into something warm and groove-heavy. I haven’t had the chance to share a booth with him yet since moving to Bangkok myself, but I’ve caught plenty of his sets and I’m a big fan of what he does. But today, he is here just for you. SoundCloudYouTubeSpotifyInstagramFacebook Alex Fischer’s Track List:01. Mario Bazouri, Dane Carter – Less You Know (Extended Mix) [Wired]02. Monkey Safari, NenaHalena, Wassolou Benkain – Hail From Mali (Extended Mix) [Get Physical Music]03. CLAVÉ (US) – Madre Santa (Original Mix) [Made In Miami]04. Stryv – Patigo (Extended Mix) [Defected]05. Rafael, Luch – Gotta Be Cool (Luch Extended Remix) [Crosstown Rebels]06. Kanye West – Love Lockdown (N.O.Y, Guy Katch Edit)07. DEDRO – Add Suv Edit08. Orsay, LUCH – Between Us (Extended Mix) (Original Mix) [Gozar Records]09. Alex FISCHER (FR) – Shoop (Original Mix) V2 [ID]10. Jaded, Tom & Collins, Cameron Jack, CRCLE – IBIZA (Cameron Jack Remix) [Insomniac Records]11. Julian Collazos – Echo Reverb (Original Mix) [Pakate Records]12. Made In TLV – Milkshake (Extended Mix) [Powder Music]13. Trace (UZ) – MF MPC (Original Mix) [Deeperfect]14. ZARO, Kashovski – Brickell (Original Mix) [Gozar Records] Randy Seidman · Open House 259 w/Randy Seidman + Alex Fischer [Sep. 2026]

In the headlines today, the USS Abraham is set to land in Thailand today, then in Phuket, a haircut dispute turns physical, back in Bangkok in Asok, a man died after falling from an escalator, up in Chiang Mai, authorities are looking for a person who abandoned a newborn child on the side of a road, also, a bizarre trend of Chinese parents sending children to hardship farm camps is gaining attention, and a little later Bangkok is enacting a new policy to give significant protections to old trees in the city.

Greg begins by discussing a suggestion from their friend Scott to explore the origins of well-known street names in Bangkok. After briefly touching on familiar spots like Khaosan Road and Lumpini Park, Greg dives into the history of Sukhumvit Road. He notes it was originally a dirt track before being formally constructed and named after the fifth chief of the Department of Highways, who was notably the first Thai person to graduate from the storied MIT. They then confront a bit of trivia - is Sukhumvit actually the longest road in Thailand? Ed digs around online and finds that Phetkasem Highway is actually significantly longer than Sukhumvit. Next, Greg brings up Wireless Road, explaining that it earned its name because it housed the very first radio telegraph station in Thailand. He mentions there is even a small museum built on the original foundations. Following this, Greg explains that the nearby Saladaeng area got its name from a red pavilion located at an old railway station. Continuing their discussion, Greg reveals that Asok Road has ties to a famous Buddhist emperor named Ashoka, though it was officially named after a local landowner known as Asok Montri. He then shares that Phetchaburi Road is surprisingly named after a royal aunt rather than the province itself. Finally, Ed wraps up the historical segment by noting that Songwat Road translates to being drawn by a king, while the lengthy name Borommaratchachonnani honors a supreme royal mother.

Guiding Question:How might, not just a turtle, but a whole mural of colorful characters, co-designed by the students at a local kindergarten, uplift students and faculty and have a positive impact on wellbeing?  Key Takeaways:Thinking local when it comes to our community partnershipsBuilding relationships onsite with community partners rather than one-off opportunities or fundraisersAddressing authentic needs - In this case gathering ideas from the students at the local school on the theme for the muralIf you have enjoyed this podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also we'd appreciate it if you could please leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Inspire Citizens Student Leader Micro-CredentialLearn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs customized student leadership and changemakers programsConnect with more stories from the Inspire Citizens network in our vignettesAccess free resources for global citizenship educationShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary On this episode of Empathy to Impact, host Scott Jamieson meets up with Gene, Anya, Kyra, & PamPam, high school students and community artists from Shrewsbury International School in Bangkok, Thailand. We talk about a project that they chose to be involved in that connected to their changemaker superpowers and addressed an authentic needs of one of their local community partners, Mercy Center Kindergarten. Through this long-term partnership, they were able to collaboratively identify a challenge and work together to transform the school playground by taking a plain wall and painting it with a bright, vibrant mural. This mural continues to uplift the community and has had a positive impact on everyone who uses the playground. Join us to hear about how this project came together.Discover a transformative podcast on education and learning from a student perspective and student voice, exploring media, media literacy, and media production to inspire citizens in schools through a media lab focused on 21st-century learning, empathy to impact, Global citizenship, collaboration, systems thinking, service learning, PBL, CAS, MYP, PYP, DP, Service as Action, futures thinking, project-based learning, sustainability, well-being, harmony with nature, community engagement, experiential learning, and the role of teachers and teaching in fostering well-being and a better future.

Shagg Makino Counting Countries has been to 169 countries Hey now, I am your host, Ric Gazarian. In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Shagg Makino. Shagg is a part-time resident of Bangkok, and we have met socially several times this year. Shagg will also be joining over 200 people at the Extraordinary Travel Festival. I was in Bangkok while Shagg was also in Bangkok for this recording. Please listen in and enjoy.

The Uncommon OT Series is officially celebrating five years!What began as a space to highlight occupational therapy beyond traditional roles has grown into a community of practitioners, students, educators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers who are expanding what OT practice can look like.In this special anniversary episode, I'm stepping behind the microphone to reflect on the podcast journey, the past year of professional growth, and the experiences that continue to shape me as an occupational therapist, educator, student, and podcast host.I also reflect on several meaningful milestones, including:My full-time work at Safe LandingReceiving the OTAC Media AwardAttending the WFOT Congress in Bangkok and meeting several previous podcast guests in personConnecting with innovative OT practitioners at the AOTA Annual ConferenceSupporting SnapSlide at the conference and stepping into another uncommon OT roleBeing recognized alongside members of the AOTA Innovative Entrepreneur Ad Hoc CommitteeContinuing my post-professional OTD journey at the University of MontanaPreparing to deliver the Barbara A. Rider Colloquium keynote at Western Michigan UniversityContinuing to grow The Uncommon OT Series and the community surrounding itMost importantly, this episode is a thank-you to every guest who has shared their story and every listener who has supported, recommended, and grown alongside the podcast.Five years later, the mission remains the same: to broaden perspectives, create visibility for uncommon career paths, and remind occupational therapy practitioners that there are many ways to use our skills and make an impact.After listening, please take a moment to:Subscribe or follow the podcast on your preferred listening platform Leave a rating or reviewShare the episode with an OT practitioner, student, educator, or colleagueTag The Uncommon OT Series when you share it on social mediaSend me your favorite episode, guest, or takeaway from the past five yearsEvery listen, share, review, and message helps more people discover the many possibilities within occupational therapy.Here's to the past five years—and to all the uncommon opportunities still ahead.As always, I welcome any feedback & ideas from all of you or if you are interested in being a guest on future episodes, please do not hesitate to contact Patricia Motus at transitionsot@gmail.com or DM via Instagram @transitionsotTHANK YOU for LISTENING, FOLLOWING, DOWNLOADING, RATING, REVIEWING & SHARING “The Uncommon OT Series” Podcast with all your OTP friends and colleagues!Full Episodes and Q & A only available at:https://www.wholistic-transitions.com/the-uncommon-ot-seriesSign Up NOW for the Transitions OT Email List to Receive the FREE Updated List of Uncommon OT Practice Settingshttps://www.wholistic-transitions.com/transitionsotTo Add Your Profile to The Uncommon OT Directory:https://www.wholistic-transitions.com/requestFor Non-Traditional OT Practice Mentorship w/ Patricia:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeC3vI5OnK3mLrCXACEex-5ReO8uUVPo1EUXIi8FKO-FCfoEg/viewform

When Genise Fulton became a mom at 19, she assumed some of the life she imagined for herself would have to be put on hold. Years later, she's proving that “later” doesn't mean “never.”Now retired and living in Thailand, Genise is embracing a chapter centered around travel, wellness, fun, and—most importantly—herself. From Mexico, where she obtained permanent residency, to Vietnam, Costa Rica, and now Thailand, she's created a life that looks very different from the one she once thought was possible.In this conversation, we talk about early motherhood, retirement, travel, reinventing yourself, and what happens when you finally give yourself permission to live the life you once thought you missed out on.And there's a little plot twist: Genise and I first met in Bangkok in 2025, only to discover that we had once lived just ten minutes apart in New Jersey. Because apparently, we had to travel halfway around the world to meet.

Christopher Ryan, Ph.D is a big thinker buddy of mine who is a van lifer, wisdom dispenser, troublemaker, host of the podcast Tangentially Speaking, and co-author of Sex at Dawn and Civilized to Death. Even before co-authoring the New York Times best-seller, Chris was on a wild ride. After receiving a BA in English and American literature in 1984, he spent the next two decades traveling around the world, pausing in unexpected places to work at decidedly odd jobs (e.g., gutting salmon in Alaska, teaching English to prostitutes in Bangkok and self-defense to land-reform activists in Mexico, managing commercial real estate in New York's Diamond District, helping Spanish physicians publish their research). In his mid-30s, Chris decided to pursue doctoral studies in Psychology. Drawing upon his multi-cultural experience, Chris' research focused on distinguishing the human from the cultural, first by focusing on shamanism and ethnobotany—studying how various societies interact with altered states of consciousness and the sacred plants that provoke them—and later, by looking at similarly diverse cultural perspectives on sexuality.If you dig this podcast, will you please leave a short review on Apple Podcasts? It takes less than 60 seconds and makes a difference when I drop to my knees and beg hard-to-get guests on the show. I read them all. You can watch this podcast on my YouTube channel and join my newsletter on Substack. It's glorious. My first book, ONE LAST QUESTION BEFORE YOU GO, is available to order today.This is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Or just drop a coin in a fountain and wish me one year of good luck. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe

Roni Caryn Rabin, health reporter at The New York Times, talks about a new study showing greater numbers of Americans suffering from the effects of cannabis use, as access to, and dosages of, the drug grow. Photo: Marijuana flowers bloom at a cannabis dispensary in Bangkok, Thailand, on August 18, 2026. (Matt Hunt/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week we are joined by Chris Lowder, co-founder of Lowder-Tascarella Hospitality, two-time Tales of the Cocktail nominee for Best Global Bar Mentor, and one of Drinks International's 100 Most Influential Figures in the Global Bar Industry. After leading World's 50 Best-recognized bars across China, Chris co-founded LTH, now a team of 18 spanning New York, Miami, and Bangkok, with his latest work on display at Miami Beach's Shelborne by Proper. So tune in as we discuss why sustainable operations and financial literacy beat chasing accolades, his years bartending in Korea and China, and the hidden challenges of hotel F&B development. Get your free samples:  https:perfectpuree.com/bal ____________________________________ Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge WATCH OUR VIDEOS ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/bartenderatlarge FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK: Erick Castro: https://www.tiktok.com/@hungrybartender Bartender at Large: https://www.tiktok.com/@bartenderatlarge FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: Erick Castro: www.twitter.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.twitter.com/BartendAtLarge