Today I want to share my three-month stay in Hội An, Vietnam. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to live there (beyond the touristy highlights), this one’s for you.

I spill my observations of everyday life: water buffalo naps, karaoke at 8am, maggots in my pho (yes, really), the strongest coffee I’ve ever had, and why Vietnam is the land of beautiful chaos. You’ll also hear about the women running the show in Hội An, my hilarious food-only conversations with a stranger, and why Anthony Bourdain loved Vietnam so much.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Why Hội An is a perfect digital nomad home base
• My favorite cafes, yoga studios, and cocktail spots (Spice Root, Om Factory, and the iconic Hit Ha coworking café on the beach)
• The Vietnamese karaoke obsession and what makes it so different from Thailand’s scene
• The chaotic, unapologetic beauty of Vietnam—and why I find it so freeing
• A personal and emotional share about my partner Ollie, who was such a big part of this trip

Recommendations from this Episode:

• Stay at Mimi’s House in Hội An – A warm, family-run homestay where you’ll get homemade meals, karaoke nights, and the kind of community you can’t find in a regular Airbnb. DM me @culturecultshow if you want Mimi’s direct info and not the Airbnb markup.
• Coffee musts: Coconut coffee, salted coffee, egg coffee, avocado coffee (don’t knock it ‘til you try it).
• Spice Root – Incredible cocktails + live jazz in a lantern-lit heritage building.
• Om Factory Yoga – Overlooking rice fields with aerial yoga and the sweetest teachers.
• Hit Ha (HIT Space) – My favorite café + coworking spot in the world (dog + cat café on the beach!).

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I spent two months in Thailand, living as a digital nomad on the island of Koh Samui — yes, the one that was featured in White Lotus Season 3. And  I found a hidden gem: Lamai, a magical little town that still feels deeply Thai and hasn’t been completely overrun by mass tourism.

This episode is part travel diary, part digital nomad guide. You’ll hear my wild stories (think full moon parties, tropical rainstorms in the back of a pickup truck, and mushroom trips), but also my best tips if you’re dreaming of traveling to Thailand or setting up in a digital nomad community.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Why Lamai, Koh Samui is my secret paradise
• My home at Amy Village — the co-living space that made my entire trip, complete with a pool, co-working space ( DM me at @culturecultshow to be put in touch with William the owner to book) 
• My go-to markets
• The Full Moon Party experience on Koh Phangan — the good, the bad, the fire ropes
• Tattoos, temples, and why Thailand might just be the happiest place on earth
• 🧘🏽 The beautiful contradictions of Thailand: spirituality, hedonism, kindness, and freedom all in one.

👉 If you’re planning to travel to Thailand or curious about life as a digital nomad in Koh Samui, DM me on Instagram @CultureCultureShow. I can even connect you directly with William and Sunny at Amy Village so you don’t pay Airbnb prices.

 Resources & Links Mentioned:

• [Amy Village Co-Living, Koh Samui]
• Annie’s Nail Salon (award-winning nails + cats)
• Samui Bike Rentals (ask for Phil)
• Local & Night Markets in Lamai

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We just wrapped Season 5.- but what’s coming next? 

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🔥 Must-Listen Past Episodes:

• Indonesia: Krakatoa Eruption – 
• Croatia: Frane Selak, The Man With Nine Lives 
• Zimbabwe: Oceanus Cruise Ship Sinking
• Azores: Cocaine Catastrophe
• Guadeloupe: Joseph Bologne (Part 1 & 2)

🎧 Podcast Recommendations:

•  Entrepreneur Honestly 
• Clients’ Shows:
  • The Travel Creator 
  • Boss Babe Reset 
  • Digital Nomad Life 
  • Paid to Travel
  • Behind Their Success
  • Unicorn Messaging 
• Faves:
  • My Favorite Murder
  • The Dollop –
  • The Personal Finance Podcast 
  • Your Favorite Aunties 

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A royal deadly affair and a mentally unstable king who used to leapfrog over his courtiers? Let’s talk Denmark in the 1700’s. 

Today we are doing a reverse episode where my talented researcher and writer Laura is going to tell ME the story of the “mad king” Christian the 7th of Denmark. 

Connect with Laura:

• Instagram
• Website
• Travel Creator Podcast

💼 Resources Mentioned:

• 🧳 Unclaimed Baggage Shopping Site: unclaimedbaggage.com
   
  • Hot tip: Shop 90 days after the holidays for the best finds (new drops Thursdays and Saturdays)
• 📽️ A Royal Affair (film): Based on the story of King Christian VII, Queen Caroline, and Johann Struensee.
• Your podcast summer list: The Dollop, The Personal Finance Podcast, Your Favorite Aunties, Travel Creator
• Check out my business podcast: Entrepreneur Honestly

📝 Travel Tips for Denmark:

• Don’t miss Wednesday Snails at St. Peter's Bakery in Copenhagen 🍰
  
  
• Go furniture browsing: Danish design = immaculate vibes 🪑
  
  
• Learn Danish biking hand signals! Left turns are no joke 🚲
  
  
• Denmark is safe, walkable, and super cozy—but also hella expensive. Budget accordingly 

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15 minutes of world music for your ears. Today's songs feature from Venezuela, Nigeria, and Holland. 

Songs:

00:59 First Song: Mi Negrita by Devendra Banhart

04:39 Second Song: One Inch Punch by Yin Yin

10:27 Final Song: Replay by Tems

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Today we have my southern Alabama friend back on Tony to tell his most recent travel lesson on SHOULD you take potent weed gummies before your flight? We also try to convince the world that America isn’t as bad as the news makes it seems. From New York to Wyoming America has a lot to offer, but I’ll let you decide. 

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In 1928, Denmark's pride — the Kobehavn, one of the largest sailing ships ever built — vanished without a trace. No distress signals. No wreckage. Nothing. Nearly 100 years later, it’s still one of the greatest unsolved maritime mysteries in Danish history. So what happened to the Kobenhavn?

In this episode, we unravel the clues, explore wild theories, and travel through the waves of Denmark history, from legendary Vikings to modern-day mysteries.

🛶 Episode Summary:

From Viking raids to five-masted ghost ships, Marie and Kyle take you deep into Denmark. You’ll learn why the Vikings weren’t actually that horny (helmet-wise), why Danish women had it surprisingly good during the Viking era, and how a legendary ship simply disappeared off the map.

Plus, a warm and buttery dive into Denmark’s national dish with Alexandria from The Foreign Fork—and of course, some deeply unnecessary (yet delightful) fashion talk and crop top commentary.

🧭 What You'll Learn:

• The haunting story of the Copenhagen and its 60 missing crew members
• Why Viking longboats were as much engineering genius as they were terrifying
• Fun, weird, and wild facts from Denmark’s history and culture

🍴 Cooking Corner:

Hear how to make Denmark’s national dish, Stegt flæsk, with Alexandra from The Foreign Fork — crispy pork, potatoes, and a creamy parsley sauce that even Vikings would fight over.

💬 Memorable Quotes:

• “The Kobenhavn vanished with no trace. That’s Titanic-level, but without the iceberg or the ending.” – Marie
  
  
• “I think I'd rather fight a Viking than dress for a Danish winter.” – Kyle
  
  
• “That emergency that kept you off the boat? That might've saved your life.” – Marie
  
  

🔍 Keypoints:

Missing Danish ship, Copenhagen ship mystery, Danish history, Denmark history, Vikings, Viking women, Stegt flæsk, Viking longboats, Scandinavian culture, Denmark travel podcast

📢 Shoutouts:

• Thank you to our Danish listeners — and a special shoutout to Saudi Arabia for tuning in!
  
  
• 📝 Huge thanks to our writer Laura (check out The Travel Creator Podcast)
  
  
• 🎶 Guest Kyle’s band SOKOJO — streaming now
  
  

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Today I am doing a solo episode about something that doesn't get talked about enough in the digital nomad and backpacker space..  feeling lonely while travelling. If you're a digital nomad, backpacker, or long-term traveler, chances are you've experienced this.  I want to explore the highs and lows of remote work life abroad — especially the parts no one shares online. I also want to give you my best tips and travel apps so you can avoid loneliness abroad.

🔑 Keypoints:

• Digital nomad
• Loneliness travelling
• Feeling lonely travelling
• Loneliness as a digital nomad
• Making friends while traveling
• Remote work lifestyle
• Solo travel mental health

💬 What You'll Hear:

• [00:00] The unfiltered truth about loneliness while traveling
• [00:02] From LA to everywhere: the host's transition into digital nomad life
• [00:05] Tips for fighting loneliness abroad — including apps like Meetup, Flatio, Timeleft, and ClassPass
• [00:08] The downsides of traveling in less digital-nomad-friendly places like Korea
• [00:12] The emotional whiplash of travel days and visa deadlines
• [00:14] Real talk: Instagram travel vs reality
• [00:16] Thoughts on slowing down, finding a home base, and reimagining the travel lifestyle

🛠️ Tools & Tips to Beat Loneliness Travelling:

• Flatio – affordable mid-term stays with roommates
• Meetup – connect with communities worldwide
• Timeleft – curated group dinners to meet new people
• Coliving.com – communal living with privacy
• ClassPass – access gyms and wellness classes anywhere
• F45 – global gym for staying active & social

✨ Final Thought:

Travel isn’t always glamorous, and the loneliness of long-term travel is real. But you're not alone in feeling this way. Whether you're missing old friends, longing for a home base, or struggling to connect in a new place — this episode is your reminder that it's okay to feel all of it.

📲 Connect:

Follow the host on Instagram at @CultureCultShow DMs are open for anyone needing a virtual travel buddy or just someone who gets it.

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How the F is everyone traveling the world all over instagram- do they have jobs?  Short answer -Yes, they do. Today let’s find our how you can get paid to travel and become a digital nomad.

We have on my graphic design and travel friend, Andrea from Merveille Creative Studios who has had a remote job as a full-time digital nomad and is now building her digital nomad freelance business. We dive into today how to find a remote job or start your own digital nomad business and which is right for you? She also is a huge advocate for study abroad trips and tells her story of her study abroad trip in Japan which ends with her in the hospital. 

🔑 Keypoints:

Digital nomad, remote work, travel stories, paid to travel, location independence, travel lifestyle, online income, solo travel

🧭 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Andrea’s journey from remote work to traveling full-time
  
  
• The first steps she took to work remotely and earn online and how to find a remote job
  
  
• Honest truths about the challenges of building a freelancer business
  
  
• Tips for solo travelers and overcoming fear of the unknown
  
  
• How to deal with judgment and societal expectations when choosing an unconventional path

Connect with Andrea:

Podcast: Wandr Working 

Graphic Design: Merveille Creative Studios

Instagram: @wandrworking 

Learn About the Digital Nomad Life Academy:

Digital Nomad Life Podcast 

FREE Masterclass: How to Become a Digital Nomad 

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Did you know that Zimbabwe was home to one of the most significant mass alien sightings ever witnessed ?Was the 1994 Ariel School UFO encounter real or just a wild tale from the playground?

Today we take a deep dive into one of the strangest moments in weird history—the Ariel UFO School Incident. Back in 1994, over 60 schoolchildren in Ruwa, Zimbabwe, reported witnessing a UFO landing and encountering extraterrestrial beings. The event remains one of the most credible mass alien sightings ever recorded. Tune in as we explore this incredible tale and the broader implications of alien sightings in modern history.
Key points: weird history, alien sightings, Ariel UFO School Incident, UFO, Zimbabwe, extraterrestrial encounter

Timestamps:

01:00 Background on Zimbabwe

08:00 The Day of the Ariel UFO School Incident

15:00 What the Children Saw at the Ariel School 

25:00 Telepathic Messages from Aliens

35:00 Theories: Mass Hysteria, Puppet Show, or Real Alien Sightings?

45:00 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

Call to Action: If you loved this episode on weird history and alien sightings, please subscribe, leave a review, and share with friends. Follow us on Instagram at @culturecultshow for more fascinating stories from around the world.

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