Kevin O'Shea

Just Asia

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International educator and podcaster, Kevin O’Shea brings you some interesting takes on a long life living abroad in Asia. The Just Asia Podcast profiles fascinating expats living across Asia doing amazing things. He talks to people in Japan, South Korea, China, Malaysia and more. Listen to their stories and be inspired by the lives they lead. © Kevin O'Shea 2023

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Kevin O'Shea

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Just Asia - 6: Police Checks and a WBC Baseball Party 23.03.2023 19:23

Lots to catch up on in Episode 6. Kevin’s been getting police checks before leaving China, volunteering at an amazing International Bazaar, and watching the World Baseball Classic (WBC) with family. Japan and Kevin’s family just can’t get enough of Shohei Otani and Lars Nootbar. Oh yeah….Kevin also walked a lot! Join the NEW GROUP: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/652187626755803 Twitte...

Just Asia - 5: A Bazaar Weekend Ahead 17.03.2023 20:43

In this episode, Kevin talks about kids at camps, the reality of life in Malaysia approaching, things he will miss in China, his new storytelling episodes, a big ole Holiday Bazaar even though it isn’t the Holidays, and more! Everyone is getting excited about summer in Japan. Don’t forget to leave a review and rating and thanks for joining the podcast! Join the NEW GROUP: Facebook: https://www.fa...

Just Asia - 4: Scammed in Beijing (Travel Story) 12.03.2023 16:35

In Episode 4, Kevin drops a travel story! Back in 2002, he was traveling alone in Beijing. Before the days of YouTube vlogs and podcasts to inform and warn him, he fell prey to one of Beijing's most common tourist scams. Later this was explained by well-known travel bloggers, but this was before that time! Enjoy the first in the Just Asia travel story series. Join the NEW GROUP: Facebook: htt...

Just Asia - 3: Escape to Hong Kong 08.03.2023 21:58

This week Kevin talks about an unplanned trip to Hong Kong on the weekend. Much to his surprise, his wife took him and the kids to a “Little Japan” area with loads of cool shops and restaurants. Kevin also talks about other podcasts, downsizing his home as they prepare to move to Malaysia (packing up TOMICA collection), National Geographic educator stuff, Italian food, and booking summer flights a...

Just Asia - 2: Japanese Weekend in China 02.03.2023 22:38

In Episode 2, Kevin talks about all of the Japanese family events he attended last week in Shenzhen, China. That’s right! Mochi pounding and piano concerts at Japanese kindergartens…in China. Kevin also talks about the format of the podcast, the summer holiday in Osaka, and the last 3 months here in China. Join the NEW GROUP: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/652187626755803 Twitter: http...

Just Asia - 1: Exit China 24.02.2023 22:18

Listen to the first episode of the Just Asia Podcast. Long-time podcaster Kevin O'Shea shares the ins and outs of his life in Asia. In this episode, Kevin introduces this new podcast and talks about his content creation history. You might know him from YouTube (BusanKevin), the Just Japan Podcast, the Making Better Teachers Podcast, or the Nature Talks Podcast! Kevin and his family are wrappin...