17 July 2023
what its really like living in Thailand after 1 year
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Summary
He discusses a livestreamer jailed after an obscene Bangkok hotel livestream, released on bail and awaiting court with passport revoked. After nearly a year, he argues Bangkok’s adult-entertainment districts represent only a tiny fraction of ordinary Thai life. He links society and business to Chinese immigration, while praising Bangkok’s infrastructure, skyline, vibrancy, and normal daily routines.
Insight
He replaces Thailand’s sleaze stereotype with firsthand appreciation of its complexity and modern everyday life.