Fruiting Body Podcast (Phuket, Thailand)

Brendan O'Neill

🇹🇭 Podcast about People in Thailand We keep it simple and discuss 3 MAIN Points: 1. What did you do before Thailand? 2. What brought you to Thailand? 3. What are you doing in Thailand? 🍄 Subscribe to this channel for New Podcasts EVERY TUESDAY 🍄 Check out of Mushrooms: https://fruitingbody.co.th/

  1. Why Moving to Thailand Changed My Life Forever || RYAN REECE (E174)

    FEB 15

    Why Moving to Thailand Changed My Life Forever || RYAN REECE (E174)

    🌏 What really happens when you leave home and rebuild your life in another country? In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Reece — former professional footballer, NCAA Division I athlete, UEFA-licensed coach, and international sports entrepreneur — to talk about the real truth behind living abroad and building a life overseas. After more than 16 years in Thailand 🇹🇭, Ryan shares powerful lessons about moving abroad ✈️ adapting to new cultures 🌎 building businesses internationally 📈 overcoming fear and uncertainty 🧠 navigating relationships and life transitions ❤️‍🔥 and what it actually takes to succeed outside your comfort zone. This conversation isn’t theory — it’s real experience from someone who has lived it. Whether you're thinking about moving abroad, becoming an entrepreneur, chasing a career overseas, or just want a new perspective on life, this episode will change how you see your future. 🎙 About Ryan ReeceRyan is a global sports developer and coach who has worked with athletes around the world. He is the founder of international training programs, academy director, and mentor helping players reach elite levels of performance and opportunity. His journey spans multiple countries, career transitions, personal challenges, and business ventures — making his story one of resilience, adaptability, and long-term growth. 🔎 Topics CoveredLiving in Thailand 🇹🇭 Expat Life 🌍 Athlete Mindset 🧠 Building a Business Abroad 📈 Football Development ⚽ Coaching Philosophy 🎯 Personal Growth 🚀 Discipline 🔥 Entrepreneurship 💼 Cultural Adaptation 🌏 Life Lessons ✨ Success Mindset 🏆 Motivation 💪 💬 Comment below: Would you ever move abroad to change your life? 👍 If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to Like ❤️ Subscribe 🔔 and Share 📲 #thailand  #Podcast #LivingAbroad #ExpatLife #EntrepreneurMindset #FootballLife #AthleteMindset #LifeLessons #SuccessMindset #CoachingLife #BusinessAbroad #MotivationDaily #GrowthMindset #LifeAbroad #PodcastEpisode 🍄FRUITING BODY MUSHROOM'S SUPPLEMENTS ▼▸ https://fruitingbody.co.th/ 🙏THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SUPPORTERS :) ▸ SUBSCRIBE  |  https://www.youtube.com/c/FruitingBodyPodcast 🎧AUDIO VERSIONS ▼▸SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/7jmBtVQ7cRzV1vQiearseH ▸APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/fruiting-body-phuket-podcast/id1586653000 🔥OUR GUESTS SOCIAL▼▸Summit Football Academy — https://summitfootballacademy.com▸Asia Football Showcase — https://asiafootballshowcase.com/▸Swim Hua Hin — https://swimhuahin.com▸POI Sports Group — https://poisportsgroup.com

    58 min
  2. Can You Really Live in Thailand on $1,000 a Month? || TERRY FOX (E173)

    FEB 7

    Can You Really Live in Thailand on $1,000 a Month? || TERRY FOX (E173)

    🎙️ Welcome to the Podcast — Meet Terry Fox in Thailand! 🇹🇭 In this episode, we sit down with Terry Fox, an expat who has truly lived multiple lives across music, nightlife, travel, and culture — and now calls Thailand home. Terry shares what originally brought him to Thailand, what made him stay, and how life here compares to places like Chicago, Phuket, Pattaya, and beyond. This isn’t a surface-level chat — it’s a real, honest conversation about what day-to-day life in Thailand actually looks like. We dive deep into Hua Hin’s expat community, Thailand’s evolving music and nightlife scenes, and the realities of living comfortably on a budget — including whether it’s really possible to live well on $1,000 a month. Along the way, Terry breaks down the differences between tourist hotspots and quieter cities, what kind of expats thrive here, and the small lifestyle details most people don’t talk about until they’ve lived in Thailand for years. Whether you’re planning your first trip, seriously considering moving to Thailand, already living here, or just love hearing real expat stories without the filters, this episode is packed with insights, perspective, and practical takeaways. 🌏💬 🔥 In This Episode You’ll Learn:✅ What makes Hua Hin unique✅ How expats live on different budgets 💵✅ The music and nightlife scenes across Thailand 🎶🍹✅ Real experiences with food, travel, and culture 🍜✈️✅ Tips for living and working abroad 🌍 💬 Let us know in the comments:What part of Thailand would you love to explore next? 😄👇 📌 Don’t forget to LIKE 👍 and SUBSCRIBE 🔔 for more interviews, travel tales, and expat stories! 🍄FRUITING BODY MUSHROOM'S SUPPLEMENTS ▼▸ https://fruitingbody.co.th/ 🙏THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SUPPORTERS :) ▸ SUBSCRIBE  |  https://www.youtube.com/c/FruitingBodyPodcast 🎧AUDIO VERSIONS ▼▸SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/7jmBtVQ7cRzV1vQiearseH ▸APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/fruiting-body-phuket-podcast/id1586653000 🔥OUR GUESTS SOCIAL▼📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/terryfox.inthailand 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terryfox.inthailand/ 📘 Friend Sandy’s Page: https://www.facebook.com/sandy.beach.607096

    1 hr
  3. The Challenges Owing a HYROX Gym in Thailand 2026 || ROMAIN CHEVALIER (E172)

    JAN 24

    The Challenges Owing a HYROX Gym in Thailand 2026 || ROMAIN CHEVALIER (E172)

    🌟 Epic Chat with Romain Chevalier – Summit Gym Hua Hin Boss! 🌟 Join Romain Chevalier – Summit Gym Hua Hin owner, Hyrox Country Manager for Thailand and total hybrid athlete beast – as he spills the full story of leaving engineering life for building a fitness empire in Thailand! 🇫🇷➡️🇹🇭 In this episode we go DEEP 👇 🏋️‍♂️ How he launched Summit Gym?🔥 Hyrox training, circuits & why it's blowing up in Thailand🤝 Challenges hiring Thai staff + attracting top talent to Hua Hin❤️ The insane community vibe: Run clubs, medical services, personal training🏝️ Expat life in Hua Hin – culture, cost of living, open-air fitness freedom🤖 Using AI to level up your fitness business + the mentors who changed everything Romain’s journey is straight 🔥 inspiration: Pandemic knocks → hybrid fitness hub with Hyrox prep, run clubs, recovery sessions and more. If you love fitness, dream of owning a gym, training for Hyrox, or want real expat life in Thailand – this episode is GOLD! 💪 Full episode live now – smash play & let’s get motivated! 🚀 #hybridathlete #SummitGym #HuaHin #HyroxThailand #FitnessThailand #GymOwnerLife #ThailandExpat #Hyrox #RunClub #FitnessBusiness #EntrepreneurThailand #HuaHinFitness #AIinFitness  ❤️FRUITING BODY MUSHROOM'S SUPPLEMENTS ▼▸ https://fruitingbody.co.th/ 🙏THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SUPPORTERS :) ▸ SUBSCRIBE  |  https://www.youtube.com/c/FruitingBodyPodcast 🎧AUDIO VERSIONS ▼▸SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/7jmBtVQ7cRzV1vQiearseH ▸APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/fruiting-body-phuket-podcast/id1586653000 🔥OUR GUESTS SOCIAL▼▸Romain's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/asiasummittrail▸Summit Gym Hua Hin | https://www.summitgymhuahin.com/

    1h 4m
  4. THAILAND Expat Family Spent HOW MUCH in 2026?! || MATT MUSSON (E171)

    JAN 14

    THAILAND Expat Family Spent HOW MUCH in 2026?! || MATT MUSSON (E171)

    🌴 Canadian Family Life in Hua Hin, Thailand – The Real Story with Matt Musson 🌴 In this heartfelt and super honest podcast episode, I sit down with Matt Musson, a Canadian expat who packed up his wife and kids and moved from Canada to the beautiful coastal town of Hua Hin, Thailand! 🇨🇦➡️🇹🇭 Matt shares the full journey — the exciting dreams, the tough realities, and everything in between about raising a family in one of Thailand’s most relaxed and family-friendly beach destinations.We dive deep into: 🏠 The surprisingly high rent prices in popular Hua Hin areas (yes, it’s not all super cheap!)🏫 How his kids are settling into Thai schools vs international schools, plus the real costs of international education in Thailand💰 Honest side-by-side comparison: Cost of living Canada vs Thailand (food, housing, taxis, dining out & more!)🍽️ Everyday life — from delicious street food & restaurant variety (including the famous Soy 94 scene!) to golfing almost every week ⛳🌙 Nightlife, daily routines, and the laid-back Hua Hin vibe that keeps families happy🤝 How the expat community keeps everyone connected — events, friends, and support🚗 Navigating traffic, cheap taxis, and choosing the right neighborhood for families🇹🇭 The cultural adjustments, learning to love Thai ways, and even the unique caddy tipping culture on the golf course 😄 😅 The real challenges — what’s hard, what surprised them, and why they still say it’s been worth itIf you’re dreaming about moving to Thailand with your family, thinking about retirement in Hua Hin, curious about golf life by the beach, or just love real expat stories — this episode is packed with practical insights, laughs, and no-filter truth. Matt’s family is living proof that it’s possible to build a happy, affordable, sunny life in Thailand… but it’s definitely not all palm trees and perfection! 🌞 Hit play and get the inside scoop straight from someone who’s actually doing it! What’s YOUR biggest question about family life in Hua Hin or moving to Thailand? Drop it in the comments 👇❤️ #HuaHin #ExpatFamily #ThailandLiving #CanadaToThailand #HuaHinExpat #FamilyInThailand #ThailandWithKids #GolfThailand 🍄FRUITING BODY MUSHROOM'S SUPPLEMENTS ▼▸ https://fruitingbody.co.th/ 🙏THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SUPPORTERS :) ▸ SUBSCRIBE  |  https://www.youtube.com/c/FruitingBodyPodcast 🎧AUDIO VERSIONS ▼▸SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/7jmBtVQ7cRzV1vQiearseH ▸APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/fruiting-body-phuket-podcast/id1586653000

    56 min
  5. You Can’t Own Land in Thailand… The Biggest Mistake Buyers Make || LEWIS MURAWSKI (E170)

    JAN 2

    You Can’t Own Land in Thailand… The Biggest Mistake Buyers Make || LEWIS MURAWSKI (E170)

    🇹🇭 Buying Property in Thailand as a Foreigner (Hua Hin vs Phuket) | Hidden Risks, Legal Traps & Real Advice Buying or renting property in Thailand can be life-changing — but it can also be one of the most expensive mistakes foreigners make if they don’t understand the system. In this in-depth podcast interview, I sit down with Lewis Murawski, Managing Partner at Kahouze Real Estate in Hua Hin, to break down the real truths about Thai property that most agents, developers, and even lawyers don’t clearly explain. Lewis has worked hands-on with hundreds of foreign buyers, renters, and investors across Hua Hin and Thailand, and in this conversation he answers the most common (and dangerous) questions foreigners face when buying, renting, or investing. 📌 WHO THIS EPISODE IS FOR ✔️ Expats living in Thailand✔️ Foreigners planning to relocate✔️ Property investors✔️ Long-term renters✔️ Anyone thinking about buying land, condos, or villas in Thailand If you’re considering: 1. Buying a home in Thailand as a foreigner 2. Investing in Thai real estate 3. Moving to Hua Hin or Phuket 4. Renting long-term in Thailand 5. Avoiding legal and financial property traps #ThailandProperty #BuyingPropertyInThailand #HuaHinRealEstate #PhuketProperty #ThailandRealEstate #ExpatLifeThailand #InvestingInThailand #ThaiPropertyLaws #HuaHinLiving #PhuketLiving #ThailandPodcast #ForeignersInThailand #ThailandInvestment #MoveToThailand #RealEstateThailand 🍄FRUITING BODY MUSHROOM'S SUPPLEMENTS ▼▸ https://fruitingbody.co.th/ 🙏THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SUPPORTERS :) ▸ SUBSCRIBE  |  https://www.youtube.com/c/FruitingBodyPodcast 🎧AUDIO VERSIONS ▼▸SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/7jmBtVQ7cRzV1vQiearseH ▸APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/fruiting-body-phuket-podcast/id1586653000 🔥OUR GUESTS SOCIAL▼▸Kahouze | https://kahouze.com/▸Kahouze Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/kahouzehub/

    59 min
  6. I Ran Out of Money… and Thailand Saved Me || CALLUM PLATT (E169)

    10/08/2025

    I Ran Out of Money… and Thailand Saved Me || CALLUM PLATT (E169)

    🎙️ What happens when a post-university backpacking trip turns into a decade-long entrepreneurial journey through Thailand’s tourism & medical industries? Meet Callum Platt — his story is a masterclass in 💪 resilience, 🔄 adaptation, and finding opportunity where you least expect it. 🌴 From Tourist to Business Owner In 2013, a young English traveler runs out of money in Thailand and takes bar work on Phi Phi Island. What starts as a quick fix soon grows into multiple thriving businesses — yacht charters, bars, restaurants, and even a health café. For 8 years, life was golden… until COVID-19 shut it all down overnight. ⚡ The Reset That Changed Everything Instead of giving up, Callum reinvented himself. Moving to Phuket, he focused on health & fitness and built new, more resilient ventures. His wellness path eventually led him to Icellaré Phuket, Thailand’s pioneering stem cell therapy center, where he now bridges international clients with cutting-edge treatments. 🧬 Inside Thailand’s Medical RevolutionThis conversation dives deep into treatments few Westerners know exist: 🌱 Autologous stem cell therapy that may prevent surgeries & aid neurological recovery 🧠 Genetic testing to uncover vitamin deficiencies no supplement stack can fix 🏥 World-class medical facilities that feel more like luxury hotels — no long waits, instant specialist access 💡 Who Should Watch Expats curious about life & opportunity in Thailand 🇹🇭 Anyone passionate about longevity, biohacking, or regenerative medicine Listeners who love stories of reinvention and turning setbacks into success 🌅 🔥 Whether you're exploring health optimization or just love inspiring real-life journeys, this episode proves that sometimes our biggest setbacks become the gateway to our most meaningful life chapters. #Thailand #KohPhiPhi #PhiPhiIsland #MoveToThailand #ThailandTravel #ExpatLife #BackpackerStory #TravelBug #BrokeInThailand #ThailandSavedMe #LifeInThailand #SoutheastAsia #FromTouristToLocal #NewLifeAbroad #inspiration  🍄FRUITING BODY MUSHROOM'S SUPPLEMENTS ▼▸ https://fruitingbody.co.th/ 🙏THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SUPPORTERS :) ▸ SUBSCRIBE  |  https://www.youtube.com/c/FruitingBodyPodcast 🎧AUDIO VERSIONS ▼▸SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/7jmBtVQ7cRzV1vQiearseH ▸APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/fruiting-body-phuket-podcast/id1586653000 🔥OUR GUESTS SOCIAL▼▸Callum Platt's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/callum_platt/▸Icellaré Phuket Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/icellare_phuket/

    1h 28m
  7. Avoid This Huge Mistake When Teaching in Thailand || ALEX WILSON (E168)

    09/08/2025

    Avoid This Huge Mistake When Teaching in Thailand || ALEX WILSON (E168)

    Meet Alex Wilson, a former international school teacher in Thailand who completely changed his life path 🌏➡️🌱. From the classroom to holistic health, Alex shares how he left the education system to focus on healing, nutrition, and overall well-being. 💡 In this episode, we dive into: 1. Alex’s journey from teaching abroad to finding purpose in Thailand 🏝️ 2. His passion for holistic health, nutrition, and mindset mastery 🧠 3. The story behind his Optimize Program and how it helps people overcome challenges 💪 4. Practical tips to beat burnout, improve mental health, and create balance in life ⚖️ If you’ve ever thought about leaving the 9-to-5 grind, finding clarity, and building a healthier lifestyle in paradise, Alex’s story will inspire you 🌟. 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell 🔔 for more inspiring conversations from Thailand! #FruitingBodyPodcast #ThailandLife #InternationalTeacher #ExpatLifeThailand #HolisticHealth #NutritionTips #MindsetMatters #ThailandPodcast #LifeInThailand #MentalHealthAwareness #CareerChange #HealthJourney #HealingJourney #ThailandLiving #wellnesspodcast ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 🍄FRUITING BODY MUSHROOM'S SUPPLEMENTS ▼▸ https://fruitingbody.co.th/ 🙏THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SUPPORTERS :) ▸ SUBSCRIBE  |  https://www.youtube.com/c/FruitingBodyPodcast 🎧AUDIO VERSIONS ▼▸SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/7jmBtVQ7cRzV1vQiearseH ▸APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/fruiting-body-phuket-podcast/id1586653000 🔥OUR GUESTS SOCIAL▼▸Alex Wilson's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/alex_optimisefit

    1h 7m
  8. Thailand Golf Secrets ⛳ Insider Tips from a PGA Pro || MATT RICHARDSON (E167)

    08/30/2025

    Thailand Golf Secrets ⛳ Insider Tips from a PGA Pro || MATT RICHARDSON (E167)

    ⛳ Ever dreamed of teeing off in paradise? Join us as Matt Richardson, golf pro at Laguna Phuket and competitor on the Thai Senior PGA Tour, pulls back the curtain on Thailand’s vibrant golf scene. 🌴 After falling in love with Thailand during a 1999 holiday, Matt traded Sheffield’s dreary weather for Phuket’s tropical fairways. With over 20 years of experience, he breaks down what makes Thai golf unique — from grainy greens that demand aggressive putting to humid conditions that affect ball flight. 🏌️‍♂️ For anyone planning a golf trip to Thailand, Matt shares insider recommendations: 🌟 Phuket’s top courses like Blue Canyon and Red Mountain 💰 Budget-friendly gems in Hua Hin 🔥 Hidden gem alert: Dragon Hills — two players for just 1,500 THB The chat also dives into the Thai Senior PGA Tour, where local pros regularly shoot jaw-dropping scores like 59 and 61! Matt’s practical course management tips and teaching philosophy will help golfers of all levels sharpen their game. Whether you’re planning your first Thai golf getaway or looking to improve your swing, this episode delivers expert guidance to elevate your game. ✨ Ready to experience Thailand’s fairways for yourself? Connect with Matt 👉 https://www.instagram.com/mattfit4golf #golfthailand #golfphuket #lagunaphuket #thaiseniorpga #thailandgolfcourses #golfinparadise #golftravelthailand #huahtingolf #phuketgolf #dragonhillsgolf #bluecanyongolf #redmountaingolf #golftips #golflife #golflessonsthailand 🍄FRUITING BODY MUSHROOM'S SUPPLEMENTS ▼▸ https://fruitingbody.co.th/ 🙏THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SUPPORTERS :) ▸ SUBSCRIBE  |  https://www.youtube.com/c/FruitingBodyPodcast 🎧AUDIO VERSIONS ▼▸SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/7jmBtVQ7cRzV1vQiearseH ▸APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/fruiting-body-phuket-podcast/id1586653000 🔥OUR GUESTS SOCIAL▼▸Matt Richardson Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/mattfit4golf ▸Contact Matt for Golf Lessons at https://golflessonsphuket.pro/

    48 min

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🇹🇭 Podcast about People in Thailand We keep it simple and discuss 3 MAIN Points: 1. What did you do before Thailand? 2. What brought you to Thailand? 3. What are you doing in Thailand? 🍄 Subscribe to this channel for New Podcasts EVERY TUESDAY 🍄 Check out of Mushrooms: https://fruitingbody.co.th/

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