In this episode of One Night in Bangkok, we dive into some of the most controversial and misunderstood aspects of life in Thailand, from identity and culture, to how locals and foreigners are treated differently.

I am joined by Win who is Thai-Chinese, born in the USA, and spent his entire life growing up in Thailand. He explains what it’s like being Thai… but constantly mistaken for a foreigner, and how that changes the way people treat you in Bangkok. From being overcharged on the street to being told to “go back to your country,” this conversation uncovers a side of Thailand that most tourists never understand.

We also break down:Why foreigners are sometimes treated differently (both good and bad)The real reason behind dual pricing in ThailandThe role of appearance, class, and social statusWhy some expats misunderstand Thai cultureThe growing comparison between Thailand vs VietnamWhether Thailand is falling behind economicallyAnd what it actually takes to fit in and understand life here