The Gringo Guava

By Matthew Sanders

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Ep 8: Thai-ing Loose Ends part 2

The Gringo GuavaAug 19, 2019

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Ep 8: Thai-ing Loose Ends part 2

This is the second part of my study abroad wrap up. Thanks to all of you for following along and look out for more episodes from the rest of my summer!

Aug 19, 201927:57

Ep 7: Thai-ing Loose Ends part 1

Part one of two finishing up my study abroad in Thailand. I talk about my trips to Laos and Hong Kong and more of those travel tips you all love. Sorry for the sideways photo, the app rotated it and I just decided to leave it like that.

Aug 19, 201947:09

Ep 6: Back in Business

Last we left off, I was traveling in Cambodia and Vietnam, now we're catching up on my return to Chiang Mai. Follow me as I go to a meditation retreat and go on a trip through Northern Thailand. Sorry for the hiatus, but we'll be catching up on old adventures for the next little bit here, so make sure you listen!

Picture taken by Audrey Stacey

Aug 07, 201929:10

Ep 5: Ha Long Time in Asia

Follow me outside Thailand as we adventure to Cambodia and Vietnam. In Siem reap, lies the ancient temples of Angkor Wat, ready for exploring. Then we go to Hanoi and Ha Long Bay in Vietnam, for some R&R.

Jun 20, 201944:06

Ep 4: Catching Up

Just catching up on the last couple weeks. Hear about YSA conference with Burmese and Thai members the biggest non-Buddhist spiritual boost I've had here. Then explore Thailand's tallest mountain and play with elephants in this week's episode. Let me know what you think!

Jun 06, 201921:28

Ep 3: It's Sukho-Time

Starting to feel settled in here in Thailand and it's time for a trip. This week we're going to Sukhothai, the capital of an ancient Thai kingdom. We're riding bikes, learning Thai, and just trying to keep up with the hustle and bustle of life abroad. I interview, Sariah, another of my classmates about her experiences traveling and how traveling helps her connect with her roots. Send me a voice message and I'll feature you on the show!

May 28, 201938:22

Ep 2: Wat In the World

Continue with me on my journey as I arrive in Chiang Mai and get visiting some wats, Buddhist temples. We go to Doi Suthep the holy mountain of the north and then to a jungle temple to get a different perspective. Listen to my interview with Megan, one of my fellow students, about her travels, her mission, and what she's learned from other religions. Please subscribe and let me know what you think!

*Sorry for some of the uneven audio, still learning all of this

May 20, 201928:35

Ep 1: Flying to Bangkok + Krabi Adventures

In this episode I talk about my travel philosophy and the first part of my trip. The craziness of budget Chinese airlines, jungle hostels, and tropical thunderstorms. Check it out and let me know what you think on my Instagram page!

May 10, 201914:57