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Migook, or 미국 사람, means "American" in the Korean language; the name of the show is a tribute to our life as expats. Our community is a mix of expats, travelers, and global-minded citizens. We value ho... more
FAQs about The Migooks:How many episodes does The Migooks have?The podcast currently has 71 episodes available.
February 17, 2020#41 Can I Afford to Move Back to America? (What Really Happens When Expats Move Back Home)It's that time of year when Expats in Korea or wondering - should I stay or should I go? We break down all of these complicated questions and more: How affordable is living in America? Can I pay off student loans while living in Asia? What about reverse culture shock? What is the difference in Health Care and Rent prices? Did I commit career suicide by moving overseas?...more59minPlay
February 10, 2020#40 Coronavirus CrazinessJackson goes to the doctor's office! The Korean Government steps up. Jackson's friend is an English Teacher in Wuhan. 40k fines for hoarding hand sanitizer and masks. North Korea reacts to the virus. How to stay safe and sift through the news to find what's true and what's false....more51minPlay
February 03, 2020#39 Six Homes in Six Years - How to Design Your Home/Apartment, Even If You Won't Live There Long-termPart 2 of a 2-part series on Minimalism (Ep.37) and Home Design. Should I invest in my apartment/home, even if I'll be moving soon? How can I design my home on a budget? April gives a ton of helpful advice here: Bigger is Better! No to Patterns! No to Trends! White is King! Keep it Clean! Nothing in the Corners! Rugs are Gold! Invest in Plants!...more1h 8minPlay
January 27, 2020#38 "Parasite" the Movie and the Coronavirus Outbreak in Wuhan, China1 fun topic and 1 scary topic today: First we're talking "Parasite" the Movie (no spoilers!) and its global acclaim, as well as Korean Culture on the International Stage in general. After that, we're talking about the outbreak of the Coronavirus in Wuhan, China, what to believe from the media, and just how worried we should all be....more59minPlay
January 20, 2020#37 Minimalism, Moving and Smart Shopping: How to De-Clutter Your Life and Free Up Space in Your BrainHow can I get rid of my stuff? How can I pack for moving overseas? How can I de-clutter my house? How can I shop wisely at H&M? Why shouldn't I buy anything smaller than my fist? All of these answers and more on today's episode on minimalism....more1h 20minPlay
January 13, 2020#36 How to Transition Out of Your Teaching Job (AKA - How to Move Overseas and Not Get Stuck in a Rut)Happy New Year! It's 2020, time to set goals and focus on the big picture. We see a lot of expats come overseas and get stuck in a rut - how can you avoid getting stuck? How can you use your travel/expat experience to propel you into a better future?...more1h 15minPlay
January 06, 2020#35 Danielle Zies - Is Stress Making You Sick? Tips for Managing Your Anxiety and Living a Healthier LifeThis is Part 2 of our Interview with Danielle Zies where we talk about her area of expertise - Health and Nutrition. Danielle gives lots of good tips, like putting your worries down on paper, lowering your stress, tracking your symptoms, adding minerals to your water, putting down your devices to let your body recover....more1h 12minPlay
December 30, 2019#34 Danielle Zies - From Toronto to Gangnam, Teaching English, Korean Soups, Skincare Clinics, and Managing ExpectationsWe're excited to introduce you to Danielle Zies! Danielle is a Certified Nutritionist and a Lifestyle Coach who has been in Seoul for the last two years. This is Part 1 of a two-part series with Danielle, where we get to hear her story of moving overseas, adjusting to a new job, the pros and cons of living in Korea, and the always looming question for expats: what's next?...more59minPlay
December 23, 2019#33 How Has Living Abroad Changed You?Maybe it's the small things, like using chopsticks and umbrellas on a daily basis. Or maybe it's larger life lessons, like learning to stand up for yourself, or changing the way you think about marriage, family, and career. Today we tackle this tricky question that expats and travelers get asked a lot: how has this experience changed or shaped your life, for better or worse?...more1h 6minPlay
December 16, 2019#32 The Hardest Part of Expat Life that Nobody Talks AboutGrieving the loss of a family member when you're overseas. You hurt. You worry. And you feel guilty on top of it all. April and Jackson share their stories and talk about some common misunderstandings, then try to give some helpful advice for when life overseas is at its toughest....more57minPlay
FAQs about The Migooks:How many episodes does The Migooks have?The podcast currently has 71 episodes available.