Fruiting Body Podcast (Phuket, Thailand)

🌟 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<b...

🌴 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 su...

🇹🇭 Buying Property in Thailand as a Foreigner (Hua Hin vs Phuket) | Hidden Risks, Legal Traps & Real AdviceBuying 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 buye...

🎙️ 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 OwnerIn 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.⚡...

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 ev...

⛳ 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:🌟...

🌍 What keeps a Brazilian jiu-jitsu coach rooted in Thailand for eight years when he could return to the comforts of England or his native Brazil?🤼‍♂️ Nando Borralho returns for his third appearance to share the real truth about expatriate life in Phuket. Fresh food that actually spoils 🥬, beaches accessible to everyone 🏖️, and safety levels that let him leave keys in his motorbike 🔑—these simple pleasures form the foundation of Nando's paradise.The conversation dives into Nando's journey: from training at Gracie Baha to opening Delta BJJ at Boat Avenue 🥋. He also breaks down the visa runs to Laos ✈️, the dance o...

🌴 From Hong Kong skyscrapers to the golf courses of Phuket 🏌️‍♂️ — Kelly McKenney shares his inspiring journey of retiring at 55 and starting a new life in Thailand’s tropical paradise 🇹🇭✨In this episode, we dive deep into:✅ Early retirement planning 💼➡️🌅✅ Expat life in Phuket 🌴🌊✅ Golfing in Thailand ⛳✅ Daily routines: yoga, meditation, community, and more 🧘‍♂️☕✅ Real estate in Thailand 🏠🇹🇭✅ Health insurance costs for retirees 💉💸✅ The rapid transformation of Phuket into a bustling expat hub 🌆🚧✅ The rising Russian & Ukrainian community in Phuket 🌍👥✅ Advice for future retirees looking to relocate to Southeast Asia 🌏🌴Kelly’s story spans decades of working in Canada, France, London, and Hong Kong in the...

🥊 “The Untold Truth About Muay Thai in Thailand!” 🇹🇭Think Muay Thai in Thailand is all glam and glory? Think again. In this episode, Adam Earnshaw pulls back the curtain on the real fighter life — from brutal training sessions to mental battles outside the ring.🔥 What You’ll Discover in This Episode:✅ How a 3-month trip turned into 10+ years living the Muay Thai grind✅ The truth about sponsored fighters – “No excuses. You fight when they tell you.”✅ Behind-the-scenes of Bangla Stadium, where Adam earned up to 15,000 baht per fight✅ Stories with future UFC stars like Brad Riddell & Rafa...

🌴 From Mexico to Phuket: Building a Global Life in Paradise | Carlos Cota on Fruiting Body Podcast 🇹🇭Ever dreamed of starting a new life in Thailand? 🌅 In this powerful episode of the Fruiting Body Podcast, we dive into the inspiring journey of 🇲🇽 Carlos Cota — a Mexican entrepreneur who went from Mexico City ➡️ Bangladesh ➡️ China ➡️ and finally to the tropical island of Phuket, Thailand.🎙️ What you'll learn in this episode:🌏 How a volunteer trip to Bangladesh sparked Carlos’s passion for Asia🎓 His time at Columbia University and transition into international trading🇨🇳 Behind-the-scenes insights on doing business in China and breaking cu...

🎯 What does it really take to become an elite Muay Thai fighter in Thailand as a foreigner?🇨🇾 Savvas Michael takes us on a powerful journey from his childhood in Cyprus to fighting under the lights of Thailand’s most prestigious Muay Thai stadiums.💰 At just 16 years old, Savvas arrived in Thailand with only €200 in his pocket and a dream. His raw story—living inside a Bangkok gym with 30 Thai fighters, enduring 12km runs every morning, and fighting monthly just to survive—reveals the real life behind the fighter you see today.🥊 What makes this episode truly valu...

🇹🇭 What does it take to build a successful tech company in Thailand as a foreigner?💡 Andrea Buosi, founder of Crazy Web Studio, pulls back the curtain on his 14-year entrepreneurial journey — from leaving corporate life at Electrolux 🏢 to building the first BOI web development company in Southern Thailand 🌴.🚀 This conversation reveals a little-known opportunity through Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) program:✅ 100% foreign ownership✅ No need to hire 4 Thai staff per foreigner✅ 2-year work permits✅ Tax and visa benefitsAndrea shares how his specialized web & 3D rendering services qualified for this elite statu...

🌿 What does it take to build a premium cannabis brand in Thailand?Canadian entrepreneur Carl Ketch reveals the journey behind Suay, a high-end cannabis cultivation business 🇨🇦➡️🇹🇭From Canada’s strict regulations to Thailand’s tropical freedom, Carl didn’t just chase opportunity — he chased a dream ✨🔥 But paradise has its price:💧 Humidity battles🦠 Mold threats (not mildew!)🚛 Transporting heat-sensitive top-shelf flower🌡️ Every step is precision-controlledCarl dives into:🤝 Building with dispensaries, not against them📜 Thailand's evolving GACP regulations🧬 How local vs. tourist consumers differ👥 Thai vs. Canadian team culture🎨 And why growin...

🌏 From Corporate America to Phuket 🇹🇭 | Rich Gridley's Expat Life in Thailand✈️ Tired of the 9-to-5 grind? Thinking about moving to Thailand?👉 Meet Rich Gridley, who traded a predictable life in the U.S. for FREEDOM on the beaches of Phuket.After 25 years of flying across the Pacific, Rich faced a tough decision:🏠 Go back to the American suburb life...🌴 Or start a brand-new chapter in Thailand?🎯 In this video, Rich shares:✅ Why he chose Thailand over Singapore or the U.S.🚦 The reality of Thai infrastructure & traffic<p...

Bitcoin, Self-Sovereignty & the Coming Supply Shock 💥 | Didi Taihuttu Returns  @TheBitcoinfamily  🚨 Is the real Bitcoin revolution being hijacked by institutions? In this power-packed episode, Didi Taihuttu—patriarch of The Bitcoin Family—is back to drop unfiltered insights on financial freedom, digital scarcity, and the war for true ownership in a world flooded with centralized crypto products.🌍 After traveling through 42+ countries while living 100% on Bitcoin, Didi reveals how he protects his family’s crypto wealth using multi-sig wallets, privacy tools, and decentralized thinking.🔑 In this episode, we uncover:• The danger of holding institutional Bitcoin products•...

What happens when paradise becomes too popular? For Angus Hamilton, who has lived in Phuket since age three, the transformation of his childhood island is both fascinating and bittersweet. Beaches that once took 20 minutes to reach now require 90 minutes in traffic, and quiet shores are lined with sunbeds, umbrellas, and constant jet ski noise.Growing up half-Thai in Phuket's international school system created a unique cultural dilemma for Angus. Despite his Thai heritage, he moved through childhood unable to speak his mother's language fluently — something he now describes as "a massive regret." His experience highlights the complex na...

What’s it really like moving from Singapore to Thailand? Rebecca Lek shares the raw truth. 🇸🇬➡️🇹🇭In this episode of the Fruiting Body Podcast, we sit down with Rebecca Lek, a Singaporean entrepreneur who left behind a corporate career to build her dream life in Phuket, Thailand. Since 2008, Rebecca has transitioned from managing Blue Canyon Country Club to launching multiple businesses—starting with a wakeboard park and now leading wellness and development projects across the island.She breaks down the real challenges of running a business in Thailand—think land leases, logistics, and how to stand out without huge...

From Tsunami Hero to Iron Chef Thailand — Chef Khun Noi’s Incredible Culinary Journey 🇹🇭🍽️In this powerful episode of the Fruiting Body Podcast, we sit down with Tamasak “Chef Khun Noi” Chootong, a Phuket legend and celebrated chef known for his unique blend of European-Thai fusion cuisine. From surviving the 2004 Phuket tsunami to rising as a competitor on Iron Chef Thailand, Chef Noi’s journey is as inspiring as it is flavorful.Chef Noi began his culinary path not in Thailand—but in Germany, learning classic European techniques before working on cruise ships and in 5-star hotels. Despite h...

🎙️ Living in Thailand vs. The West – The REAL Cost of Phuket Life!Thinking about moving to Thailand? 🏝️ Matt Fox shares his real experience building a home in Phuket, raising a family abroad, and comparing life in Thailand vs. Australia. From hidden costs and property laws to expat life struggles, this episode breaks it all down.💰 Is Thailand really cheaper?🚸 How is family life in Phuket compared to Australia?🏡 The truth about owning property as a foreigner in ThailandMatt reveals the cost of living in Thailand vs. the West, the challenges of raising kids abroa...

Unlock E-Commerce Success in Thailand: Selling on Lazada, Business Setup & Marketing StrategiesJoin us as we dive deep into the world of e-commerce in Thailand with our host Brendan O’Neill, uncovering expert strategies for building a thriving Lazada store and navigating the unique challenges of doing business in Thailand.In this episode of the Fruiting Body Podcast, we break down everything from choosing the right product to launching a successful online store on Lazada Thailand. Learn how to find winning products, test samples, and use advanced tools like the Reverse ASIN Tool to optimize yo...