Is It Hard to Make Friends in Korea?

Your First Podcast Will Be Bad

We took a more free approach with Episode 4! We're in the middle of reworking the podcast and how they relate to our goals as well. There's no topic for this episode, but done is better than perfect. Is there anything you want to see from us in the future? Let us know!   Yeji You and Evan Barringer co-host the Local Chingu Podcast. Topics include what it's like to be an expat, building a social life in an unfamiliar country, how effective language exchange actually is, and much more! If you've ever lived abroad or are considering living abroad, especially in South Korea, then give this podcast a listen!

Living Abroad: Studying VS Teaching

Have you ever thought about living abroad, but weren’t sure if you wanted to study or work? Yeji and Evan have both studied and worked outside their home countries, and Episode 3 talks about the biggest differences in each lifestyle. Yeji discusses her experiences in Europe, and Evan discusses his experiences in Asia. Tune in to see what the biggest differences are!

How to Get a Teaching Job IN Seoul!

This episode talks about everything you need to get a job as an English teacher in South Korea! We focus on Evan's job search process and how he landed a job in Daechi-dong, the center of Korean academy education. We also share tips and advice to help you confidently navigate what can be a complicated process!

Is It Hard to Make Friends in Korea?

Is it hard to make friends in Korea? Does language exchange actually work? This episodes introduces you to the hosts and dives into the topic of building a social life in Korea. We talk about things that make it hard to make friends, things that make it easier, language exchange and how that plays a role, and more! Also, the video version of our podcast is available on YouTube with English subtitles for those who would prefer that option. Connect with us through these links below! Local Chingu Instagram/TikTok - @local_chingu Host Instagram Accounts: Yeji - @yejiyouuuu, @beyourselfyeji Evan - @eajb98