Introspection

Two Thousand Years

In this episode, Paul visits historic Nan Tou City, a well preserved historic site with awe inspiring artifacts and architecture. He also discusses the Chinese travel visa documentation process, and carefully avoids a serious digestive emergency with some pro-tips for an increase of spicy food. And don't forget the delicious novacane hot pot dipping sauce! Please follow us on Instagram and subscribe to the podcast on Spotify. Thank you!

Introspection

In which Paul discusses both spiritual discovery and seeing his first half-naked girl at Baptist church camp, food delivery in China, co-workers who provide a cup of herbal tea when you get back to your desk, dropping Lemonheads on a wooden slanted church floor, and a beautiful spiritual awakening that happend on the trip. Welcome to Episode Six.

Origins (Our Interview with Peiyao Lyu)

For episode five, we are pausing the trip for a bit allowing me to introduce you to my friend and former student, Peiyao Lyu, the person responsible for introducing me to authentic Chinese culture. Peggy (as she is known to friends) sits down with me for our first interview on the podcast and I hope you enjoy the conversation like a good hot pot party.

Sunday Morning in Shenzhen

It's a full day on the other side of the world and the morning begins with a beautiful exchange. We finally get cell service working, figure out how to pay for lunch (but can't get change back), head to the cinema, and end the day with a surprising musical situation. Check out Holafly [https://esim.holafly.com/?cq_src=google_ads&cq_cmp=20388958075&cq_term=holafly&cq_plac&cq_net=g&cq_plt=gp&gad=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw8ZKmBhArEiwAspcJ7gBynNOrGTERZvOXvSTdtYtVrLyjpCXV8iholoxyC9YKGZP4awmmehoC9lEQAvD_BwE] for e-sim card purchases. The band is Daydream Secrets [https://open.spotify.com/album/4GsHGUL0axFLR5XgxKN3gh] Photos for this episode can be found on our IG feed [@anamericaninchinapodcast]

Forty One Hours

Standing before three immigration officers, I realize, through a thick layer of sleep deprivation, that I don't have the items these men are asking for. I've traveled half way around the world and now it's possible I won't be able to enter the country of China. Thank you for checking out "An American in China" - a westerner's guide to post-Covid travel in the far east. In this episode, we will cover important tips as you prepare to enter the country including a pre-immigration digital requirement and other forms that you will be asked for upon arrival. Sleep is also important. Thank you for listening, following, subscribing. All the things!