Seoul to my Salsa

What happens when your first child is ready for kindergarten… but you’re not? In this episode of Seoul To My Salsa, Antonio and Katheline begin with a lively World Cup catch-up—from Korea vs. Mexico and passionate international fans to viral soccer moments and unforgettable stories from the tournament. But the conversation quickly becomes personal as they prepare to send their oldest daughter to k...

Can understanding personality types completely change your relationship? In this episode of Seoul To My Salsa, Antonio and Katheline explain how learning about personality styles transformed the way they communicate, solve conflict, parent their children, and support one another. Drawing from Larry Wilson's personality framework, they break down the four core personality types and explain why many...

How do Korea and Mexico celebrate the biggest sporting event in the world? In this episode of Seoul To My Salsa, Antonio and Katheline explore the excitement surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup while comparing Korean and Mexican traditions, sports fandom, family values, and cultural identity. Katheline shares memories of Korea's historic 2002 World Cup run and the unforgettable Red Devils movement...

Can spending time apart actually make your relationship stronger? In this episode of Seoul To My Salsa, Antonio and Katheline share the lessons they learned from attending separate events that challenged, inspired, and transformed them in different ways. Katheline reflects on attending a women's leadership event after years of focusing on motherhood and family life, while Antonio shares insights f...

What happens when parenting pushes you to your limit? In this episode of Seoul To My Salsa, Antonio and Katheline share the reality of navigating sick children, sleep deprivation, emotional exhaustion, and the challenges that many parents quietly face behind closed doors. What begins as a conversation about a difficult week caring for their children evolves into a deeper discussion about marriage,...

What happens when Korean childhood snacks go head-to-head with Mexican favorites? In this episode of Seoul To My Salsa, Antonio and Katheline try nostalgic snacks from both cultures while sharing stories about childhood memories, favorite comfort foods, and why culture shapes taste preferences. From banana milk and squid snacks to spicy candies and Takis, the reactions range from excitement… to co...

In this episode of Seoul To My Salsa, Antonio and Katheline explore how food traditions connect deeply to culture, identity, family, and values. From Korean kimchi traditions and fermentation history to Mexican tamales and holiday family gatherings, the conversation evolves into a much bigger discussion about parenting, masculinity, femininity, relationships, and modern cultural shifts. They also...

In this episode of Seoul To My Salsa, Antonio and Katheline share what it was really like growing up between cultures—from language barriers and identity struggles to discovering freedom, purpose, and belonging. They discuss the major differences between Korean and American culture, why learning language matters, and how culture shapes communication, relationships, parenting, and even self-worth....

In this powerful episode, Antonio and Katheline share the unforgettable story of discovering they were having twins — and the journey that followed. From a traditional hospital birth with their first child to choosing a home water birth for their twins, they dive into the emotional, physical, and mental challenges of pregnancy and childbirth. This episode explores the tension between modern medica...

This episode takes a deeply personal turn as Antonio and Katheline reflect on loss, grief, and the cultural differences in how we honor life. In Episode 6 of Seoul To My Salsa, they share their recent experiences attending funerals and how Korean and Mexican traditions differ — from structured planning to more spontaneous, emotional gatherings. Through storytelling and honest reflection, they expl...

How do cultural differences affect the way we work, communicate, and build relationships? In Episode 5 of Seoul To My Salsa, Antonio and Katheline Garcia respond to real audience comments while diving into deeper conversations about intercultural communication, work ethic, and relationship dynamics. This episode explores the contrast between Korean, Mexican, and American cultures—from workplace ex...

What really happens when you mix Korean and Mexican cultures inside one relationship? In Episode 4 of Seoul To My Salsa, husband and wife Antonio and Katheline Garcia respond to real audience comments and questions—diving into intercultural marriage, family dynamics, and the unexpected realities of blending two cultures. This episode explores first impressions from family and friends, cultural exp...

What happens when you’re raising three young kids—including twins—while balancing two different cultures? In Episode 3 of Seoul To My Salsa, Antonio and Kathleen share the honest reality of parenting a five-year-old daughter and twin toddler boys. The conversation explores the chaos, humor, and emotional challenges that come with raising kids while learning how to guide their development. Kathleen...

What happens when Korean and Mexican cultures collide inside one marriage? In Episode 2 of Seoul To My Salsa, Antonio and Kathleen explore the cultural differences that shape everyday life—from food and family traditions to communication styles and social expectations. The conversation dives into Korean academic pressure, Mexican work ethic, cultural misunderstandings in language, and the surprisi...

What happens when two completely different cultures collide in a relationship? In the pilot episode of Seoul To My Salsa, Antonio and Kathleen share the story of how they met on a dark street in Reno and how that chance meeting turned into marriage and a growing family. This episode explores dating with intention, cultural differences between Korean and Latino families, the realities of raising tw...