Moving As One MP3 (right click to "save as") In a super megapod, my three guests and I talk about traveling with (significant) others. AMR, JMZ, and George provide listeners with some hints about monitoring your partner's biorhythms while on the go, and then we segueway into how to combat the bugbear of many relationships: logistics. We get an exclusive insider look into what happens during a Touchpoint Meeting, as well as learn about the two C's of successful relationships. It's a megapod! [22:51 min]

Your browser does not support the audio element. Inside North Korea MP3 (right click to "save as") This special guest brings us an exclusive look into North Korea. Fewer than two thousand people tourists go there per year and if you’ve ever wanted to know what it’s like to visit the DPRK, here’s your chance on this extra special, and extra long, episode! My guest will reveal how to get to North Korea, what it’s like inside, and end with a trip to the Kim Il-sung Mausoleum! [54:42 min]

Your browser does not support the audio element. Wet & Wild MP3 (right click to "save as") This quickie pod is about drinks. And pens. And drinks, and pens. That’s it. Taiwan has convenience stores on every corner so getting any libation is very easy. We are talking strictly non-alcoholic here. I bring on a passionate drinks drinker, who also doubles as a pen(cil) enthusiast. Clearly this is our passion. Join us! [17:20 min] Taste Test: 7-11 EpisodeJet Pens blogGuide to Frixion pensUni Kuru Toga mechanical pencils

Your browser does not support the audio element. Nice to Meet You 很高興見到你 MP3 (right click to "save as") Remember when we did a previous episode, Chinese 102, all in Mandarin? Well we’re back at it again! Sorry for the language barrier guys but this time my guest and I use our improved Chinese — after a year of studying — for a conversation about the different nationalities of people we met during our time in Taiwan. And how to combat stereotypes. Come along for a world tour! [29:26 min]

Your browser does not support the audio element. Getting to Know You MP3 (right click to "save as") It’s a return from two previous guests as they pair up talk about writing bios, life spreadsheets, and then a thrilling foray into the world of small talk. Do you find yourself forced to interact with strangers? Yes, don’t we all! How do you handle it, do you enjoy it? These are some of things we tackle in this episode. Plus, recommendations! [34:23] My So-Called Life spreadsheet (2008)Shut Up & Sit Down review of CodenamesTaipei's Eco-Friendly Youbike Bicycle Program (2013)margotseeto.com

Your browser does not support the audio element. Taste Test: 7-11 MP3 (right click to "save as") Inspired by Juliet and Jacoby’s Food News (R.I.P.), I’m happy to introduce our first 7-11 taste test episode. For our inaugural foray into the mysterious aisles of convenience stores, we’ll be digging into some weird beers and fry substitutes! Let’s go! [14:55 min] Grantland: Food News

The One About... MP3 (right click to "save as") Is it mysterious, shady, or considerate when someone constantly references “my friend, my friend” without ever dropping any names or context? My guest on this episode is a social connector so we launch, naturally, into a conversation about friendships and trying to figure out why we invest so much time into our friends. Or is it all just a waste of time?! [22:23 min]

Friends of a Feather MP3 (right click to "save as") Is it hard for you to meet friends of the same sex? Well, these two special guests and I suffer from the same malady. Is it because we aren’t trying hard enough? Are we too judgy? Or is the pool just not big enough here in Taiwan? We conclude the episode with a discussion about loneliness. [27:55 min] A semi-related episode from 2011, a blast from the past: It's Not Uncomplicated.

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Om Om Om MP3 (right click to "save as")

It’s a busy busy world and sometimes it takes a lot to calm the mind and find your peace, even if for a moment. My guest and I embark on a (short) journey into how he uses daily meditation to center himself. Plus, some tips on trying it for yourself! [13:30 min]

Your browser does not support the audio element. Cruel to Be Kind MP3 (right click to "save as") Initially this episode was about blacklisting friends and the scars that can accrue from being teased and ostracized in childhood. But halfway through, our conversation takes a compelling turn as we start to discuss ignorance, and whether or not people should be forgiven for not knowing, or if they should be taken to task for their, well, ignorance. [21:55 min]