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Episode 17: This week we’re back with more ใจ/jai words! Listen, download or play.At the end of the podcast, carefully listen for a cheeky expression Thai women use with only each other.

In our last audio podcast, we are talking about how to get the haircut you want in Thailand. Listen and learn what to say when sitting in the barber or beauty shop's chair! And stay tuned for our future video podcasts!

Episode 19: This week we are talking about Songkran, the Thai New Year! Gain a local’s perspective on this important holiday, and learn why Songkran is a Buddhist celebration, and not just a crazy water party festival.

Episode 18: What is good and bad karma? Why is karma so important in Buddhism? What do Thais think? What do Thais pray for? In this episode we talk about ‘tam boon’ or ‘making merit’ and the significance it holds in Thai culture. Listen, download or play. Thanks for listening!

Happy Chinese New Year, and Valentine’s Day from Thai Girl Talk! Listen in to Mia and Lani discuss some vocabulary for Valentine’s Day, and learn which one is single and which one is married :)

Episode 13: Every second Saturday in the month of January, Thailand celebrates Children’s Day. It’s the day where children get to play games, receive gifts, and one that they look forward to, very much in the same way Western children would look forward to Halloween or Christmas. Also learn about the days of the week and the significance of each day for Thais.