Sumo Slap

Chris
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Sumo Slap is a podcast about life in Taiwan, living abroad, and the experiences that come with building a life in a new country. Hosted by a foreign resident of Taiwan, the show explores what it's really like to live on the island through personal stories, reflections, and honest conversations about Taiwanese culture and everyday life.  Episodes cover life as an expat in Taiwan, including culture shock, work, relationships, loneliness, teaching English, food, travel, and the unexpected challenges and experiences that come with living abroad.  Some episodes are personal, while others take a closer look at Taiwan's culture and society. Whether the conversation is about adjusting to life in a new country or simply sharing an experience from everyday life in Taiwan, Sumo Slap offers an honest perspective from someone experiencing it firsthand.

  1. 11 小時前 ·  影片

    Why Everything Feels Harder When You Live Abroad

    Send us Fan Mail Living abroad can be an incredible experience, but what happens when life starts going wrong? In this episode of Sumo Slap, I reflect on the realities of expat life in Taiwan and why difficult periods can feel so much heavier when you're far away from home. From questioning my decision to move to Taiwan after getting sick and struggling with work, to watching friends leave and navigating relationships and culture shock, I explore how living abroad changes the way we experience everyday problems. I'll also talk about the difference between having a rough patch and making the wrong decision, why building a life outside of work matters, and how years of living in Taiwan have gradually turned an unfamiliar country into a place that feels like home. If you're an expat, considering moving overseas, or trying to build a life in another country, this is an honest look at the challenges that come with living abroad and the unexpected confidence that can come from working through them. Sumo Slap is a podcast about life in Taiwan, living abroad, and the realities of building a life in Asia.

    Why Everything Feels Harder When You Live Abroad

  2. 10月1日 ·  影片

    Living in Taiwan | Transportation, Travel, and Everyday Convenience

    Send us Fan Mail Living in Taiwan comes with a level of convenience that can be difficult to appreciate until you've experienced everyday life here. In this episode of Sumo Slap, I talk about some of the conveniences I've experienced while living in Taiwan, with a focus on transportation and travel. From getting around cities to traveling across the island, Taiwan's transportation infrastructure can make exploring the country surprisingly easy. I share my own experiences using Taiwan's public transportation, what makes getting around different from life in the United States, and how that convenience affects everyday life as a foreigner living abroad. Whether you're considering moving to Taiwan, planning a trip, or simply curious about what daily life in Taiwan is actually like, this episode offers a firsthand perspective on one of the country's biggest advantages.

    Living in Taiwan | Transportation, Travel, and Everyday Convenience

  3. 9月17日 ·  影片

    Natural Disasters in Taiwan | Earthquakes, Typhoons and My Experiences

    Send us Fan Mail Taiwan is an incredible place to live, but it’s also an island where natural disasters are a part of life. In this episode of Sumo Slap, I talk about some of my own experiences with natural disasters while living in Taiwan, particularly earthquakes and what it actually feels like to experience them firsthand. I also touch on typhoons and some of the other natural events that come with living on the island. I share some of the moments that have stayed with me, how my reactions to earthquakes have changed over the years, and what it’s like adjusting to something that once felt completely unfamiliar. This is a personal look at natural disasters in Taiwan and what experiencing them has been like as someone who lives here.

    Natural Disasters in Taiwan | Earthquakes, Typhoons and My Experiences

  4. 9月3日 ·  影片

    Finding My Way | My First Year Teaching in Taiwan

    Send us Fan Mail Moving to Taiwan was one thing. Learning how to build a life here was something completely different. In this episode of Sumo Slap, I share the story of my first year teaching English in Taiwan. The highs, the lows, the unexpected challenges, and the moments that made me question whether I had made the right decision. If you're curious about teaching English in Taiwan, moving abroad, or just wondering what expat life is really like, I hope this episode gives a realistic perspective on that first year. New episodes explore life in Taiwan, living abroad, travel, personal experiences, and the challenges and rewards of starting over in another country.

    Finding My Way | My First Year Teaching in Taiwan

  5. 8月20日 ·  影片

    One Month in Japan | The Story Behind My Move to Taiwan

    Send us Fan Mail Four years ago I moved to Japan expecting to start a new chapter. Just one month later, I made an unexpected decision to leave, and move to Taiwan. In this first episode back, I share the story behind those four weeks in Japan, why I chose to leave, and how that decision shaped my life. It's a personal story, not a comparison of countries, and if you're interested in living abroad or teaching English in Asia, I hope you find something valuable here.

    One Month in Japan | The Story Behind My Move to Taiwan

  6. 2022/10/04

    Moving to Japan to Teach English | My First Two Weeks

    Send us Fan Mail What is it actually like to move to Japan to work and start a new life? In this episode of Sumo Slap, Chris looks back at his first two weeks in Japan after arriving to work as an English teacher. From navigating Narita Airport and Yokohama's train system to discovering what "furnished apartment" actually means, the experience was very different from what he had imagined. Chris talks about the challenges of arriving in a completely unfamiliar country without speaking much Japanese, figuring out public transportation, dealing with an unexpectedly empty apartment, and trying to navigate everyday situations as simple as ordering food and throwing away the trash. He also talks about his first experiences in Tokyo and Yokohama, meeting the group of people he would begin his Japan experience with, visiting places like Akihabara and Shibuya, eating some incredible ramen, and beginning training for his new job as an ALT. But this isn't a story about Japan being good or bad. It's about the reality of moving abroad and discovering that the experience rarely unfolds the way you expect it to. There is frustration, uncertainty, culture shock, and plenty of moments where Chris wonders what exactly he has gotten himself into. There are also friendships, new experiences, incredible food, and those strange little moments that make moving to another country worthwhile. Recorded during Chris's first weeks living in Japan, this is an unfiltered look at the beginning of his life abroad and the uncertainty that comes with taking the leap into something completely new.

  7. 2020/10/19

    Turning Japanese Rant

    Send us Fan Mail It's been a minute. Join Chris and Jordan on overly discussed topics regarding Japan, expats, and "becoming Japanese."

  8. 2020/08/10

    Seven Years an Expat with Hunter

    Send us Fan Mail This episode is especially beneficial for those wondering what English teaching abroad is like and how it opens up opportunities in foreign countries. New guest, Hunter, joins the Sumo Slap podcast to talk about his experiences living and working abroad for over seven years.

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3.8
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簡介

Sumo Slap is a podcast about life in Taiwan, living abroad, and the experiences that come with building a life in a new country. Hosted by a foreign resident of Taiwan, the show explores what it's really like to live on the island through personal stories, reflections, and honest conversations about Taiwanese culture and everyday life.  Episodes cover life as an expat in Taiwan, including culture shock, work, relationships, loneliness, teaching English, food, travel, and the unexpected challenges and experiences that come with living abroad.  Some episodes are personal, while others take a closer look at Taiwan's culture and society. Whether the conversation is about adjusting to life in a new country or simply sharing an experience from everyday life in Taiwan, Sumo Slap offers an honest perspective from someone experiencing it firsthand.

資訊

  • 創作者
    Chris
  • 活躍年代
    2020年 - 2026年
  • 集數
    16
  • 年齡分級
    兒少適宜
  • 版權
    © 2026 Sumo Slap
  • 節目網站
    Sumo Slap