Female Farang Unfiltered

What happens when two teachers from very different educational settings, who have never met before, sit down for a conversation? In this episode, I chat with Abi, an English language teacher working in a Thai private school, to compare our experiences in the education sector in Bangkok. From classroom experiences and cultural differences to the challenges and rewards of working with diverse learne...

What does solo parenthood look like when you're raising a child far from home? In this episode, I sat down with my good friend, Nav to talk about her experience of being a single parent and expat in Bangkok. Together, we explore the rewards and realities of navigating parenthood independently, from building a support network and balancing responsibilities to embracing the freedom and opportuni...

You wanted to hear about my solo trip to Sri Lanka and that’s what you’re getting! Not only that, I’m joined by my great friend and Bangkok day 1 girlie, Emily Hampson-Ford who had a very different experience whilst traveling in Sri Lanka with her husband. Hit that play button to hear about our travel routes, top recommendations, Sri-Lanka favourites and contrasting interactions with the locals! F...

It’s here, the episode you’ve all been waiting for! The brutal, raw and honest reality of dating in Bangkok. And, I’m delivering more than you bargained for because I’m joined by my incredible friend Rob who is giving us an exclusive insight into the dating scene in the gay capital of Asia! You heard it right, we’ll be covering all bases including dating apps, challenges, misconceptions, memorable...

Join me this week for life updates, dramas and details of what to expect on a very exciting upcoming episode that you won’t want to miss. I’m also sharing some info about the first FFU event happening in June! If you’re in Bangkok and would like to join, get in touch for a personal invitation link.  Don’t forget to like, follow, comment & share on Instagram, Threads, Spotify & Apple Podcas...

This week’s special guest is the fabulous Gemma Mickle! A fellow expat and teacher, Gemma joins me to share her remarkable journey to parenthood, talking us through the highs, lows, challenges and lengthy process of adoption here in Thailand. Gemma and I met back in 2019 through our hairdresser when we had a brief introduction and Gemma had started the adoption application process. Now, 7 years la...

In the UK, April is all about Easter, a significant Christian festival, celebrating Jesus’ resurrection and the promise of eternal life. Common traditions involve welcoming spring and new life, spending quality time with family, the Easter bunny and stuffing your faces with overpriced chocolate eggs.  In Thailand, April is a time for celebrating the Thai new year, known as Songkran. With temperatu...

In this episode I’m joined by my friend and colleague, Elise, to spill the sweat on our recent Hyrox experiences. Having both done Hyrox before and trained well beforehand, we weren’t going in completely blind, but were we fully prepared to up our game with the new challenges we’d set ourselves? Listen along as we compare notes, swap war stories, and relive the highs, lows, and “why did we sign up...

Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the women who shape our lives in countless ways but it can also bring a mix of emotions for many people. Join my good friend Lauren and I as we talk about all things Mother’s Day: from the funny and familiar habits mums have, to the deeper realities of modern motherhood. We share some of the classic things mums say and do, reflect on the pressures and expectatio...

'You’re always on holiday' is one thing my friends and family in the UK say to me frequently! And yes, I am very fortunate that I am able to travel multiple times a year. Yes, living in a hot, sunny place does make life feel a little easier, BUT, expat life still involves a full-time job, lots of adulting and life admin. The holiday blues may look different, but they are definitely there!  More ro...

Forget Valentine’s Day, this episode is dedicated to the female friends who continue to show unconditional love, respect and support for us no matter what, whilst setting an unmatched standard for any man who dares to come close. Nobody can compete with my besties and that’s just the way it is! SINGLE QUEEEEEEENS, it’s Galentine’s Day and time to celebrate us! Grab a drink, sit in your Bridget Jon...

My most personal episode yet and I’ve not really spared any details! Three decades of symptoms and suddenly a big life decision to freeze my eggs resulted in a PCOS diagnosis and ovarian cyst. Join me as I speak openly about my childhood symptoms, teenage hormones and adulthood challenges that all made sense after one consultation with a fertility doctor. If you’re living with Polycystic Ovaries,...

From a stolen phone to a horrific hotel, this episode dives into the dramas, disappointments, and full-on disasters of a trip to Vietnam with my dad. What was supposed to be a meaningful adventure turns into a chaotic mix of shattered expectations, travel mishaps, and lessons about patience, culture, and letting go of the perfect plan. Equal parts funny, frustrating, and honest, this episode unpac...

Featuring my incredible friend, Lauren, this episode spills the real tea on visiting home as an expat, unpicking the joy, the jet lag, and the why-is-everything-exactly-the-same-but-also-totally-different energy. We dive into the nostalgic highs like food, British supermarkets, and quality time with loved ones (notice the order these are listed in!) and the lows: UK weather, FOMO and emotional goo...

Mulled wine, Baileys, Egnog or Shloer!… choose your fave, pour a glass and join me for a Christmas special that won’t disappoint! For this festive episode I’m chatting all things Christmas with my amazing friend, fellow expat and teacher, Giada! We discuss heartwarming family traditions to quirky new ones we’ve adopted, whilst uncovering the reality of celebrating Christmas away from home.  We wan...

If you made it past episode one without muting me, you’re in for a treat! This time I’m talking through the chaos of getting settled in Bangkok and making it my home. From a hotel room to my new flat and the immigration office to the classroom, I’m sharing everything I remember from those wild first few months abroad - the people, the trips, and, of course, the unforgettable weekend shenanigans! ...

Join me for the first episode of Female Farang Unfiltered as I explain how I came to be a ‘farang’ and the process of moving my life to Bangkok!  Once a self-declared home girl, adamant she’d never move abroad, I share my story about how a Contiki tour of South-East Asia changed my life and led me to make a home of my own on the other side of the world.   Whether you’re a fellow expat or teacher,...