Simplified Speech #156 – First impressions of Thailand
Sep 22, 2022
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In this podcast, Kassy shares her first impressions of Thailand with Andrew. The fun fact that drinking tap water is unsafe but beer is popular due to high alcohol content. The hosts discuss the differences in weather between Korea and Thailand, and the challenges and cultural shocks they've encountered in Bangkok. Listeners are encouraged to engage and support the podcast.
Thai beer is safe due to high alcohol content, tap water is not safe.
Navigating Thai streets requires adapting to unique traffic culture and limited sidewalks.
Deep dives
Experiencing the Rainy Season in Thailand
Cassie's early days in Thailand were marked by the contrast between the intense rainy season there and the more subdued weather patterns in Korea. The heavy rainfalls and thunderstorms underscored the distinct climate differences, highlighting the unique weather experiences between the two countries.
Navigating Traffic Challenges and Street Customs
Navigating Thai streets posed a significant challenge for Cassie, particularly due to the limited sidewalks and the need to share the road space with vehicles, including motorbikes. The traffic culture shock, with no red lights and a reliance on confidence while crossing roads, added an element of excitement and adaptation to the new environment.
Culinary Adventures and Cultural Observations
Cassie's culinary exploration in Thailand revealed a mix of delightful experiences and spicy surprises. Sampling street stall foods in small shops provided an authentic taste of Thai cuisine, with some dishes being particularly enjoyable while others, like the spicy green curry, proved to be a bit of a challenge for her taste buds. The immersion in vibrant market scenes offered both bustling environments and unique culinary encounters, showcasing the richness of Thai food culture.
Greetings from Thailand! Kassy and her husband have finally arrived in Thailand and are starting to get settled in Bangkok. In this episode, Kassy tells Andrew about her first impressions of the new country and shares a couple of funny and interesting stories from her first days there. Tune in to hear about Kassy’s adventures in Bangkok.
Simplified Speech is the Culips series that is designed to help you improve your English listening and speaking fluency in a fun and exciting way.
Fun facts
Drinking tap water is not safe in Thailand. Drinking beer, on the other hand, is. The high level of alcohol content in Thai beer makes it impossible for the germs to survive. Apart from that, the cost of Thai beer is relatively low, which is why the drink is so popular around the country.
Expressions included in the study guide
To go hand in hand
Apart from
Piping hot
To have no words
To take [something] in stride
To be drowned out by [something]
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Music Credit: Something Elated by Broke For Free, Step On by Jahzzar
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