Sumo Slap is a podcast about life in Taiwan, living abroad, and the experiences that come with building a life in a new country. Hosted by a foreign resident of Taiwan, the show explores what it's really like to live on the island through personal stories, reflections, and honest conversations about Taiwanese culture and everyday life.
Episodes cover life as an expat in Taiwan, including culture shock, work, relationships, loneliness, teaching English, food, travel, and the unexpected challenges and experiences that come with living abroad.
Some episodes are personal, while others take a closer look at Taiwan's culture and society. Whether the conversation is about adjusting to life in a new country or simply sharing an experience from everyday life in Taiwan, Sumo Slap offers an honest perspective from someone experiencing it firsthand.
Send us Fan Mail Living abroad can be an incredible experience, but what happens when life starts going wrong? In this episode of Sumo Slap, I reflect on the realities of expat life in Taiwan and why difficult periods can feel so much heavier when you're far away from home. From questioning my decision to move to Taiwan after getting sick and struggling with work, to watching friends leave and navigating relationships and culture shock, I explore how living abroad changes the way we experien...
1 Oct 2026
Living in Taiwan | Transportation, Travel, and Everyday Convenience
Send us Fan Mail Living in Taiwan comes with a level of convenience that can be difficult to appreciate until you've experienced everyday life here. In this episode of Sumo Slap, I talk about some of the conveniences I've experienced while living in Taiwan, with a focus on transportation and travel. From getting around cities to traveling across the island, Taiwan's transportation infrastructure can make exploring the country surprisingly easy. I share my own experiences using Taiwan's public...
17 Sept 2026
Natural Disasters in Taiwan | Earthquakes, Typhoons and My Experiences
Send us Fan Mail Taiwan is an incredible place to live, but it’s also an island where natural disasters are a part of life. In this episode of Sumo Slap, I talk about some of my own experiences with natural disasters while living in Taiwan, particularly earthquakes and what it actually feels like to experience them firsthand. I also touch on typhoons and some of the other natural events that come with living on the island. I share some of the moments that have stayed with me, how my reactions...
3 Sept 2026
Finding My Way | My First Year Teaching in Taiwan
Send us Fan Mail Moving to Taiwan was one thing. Learning how to build a life here was something completely different. In this episode of Sumo Slap, I share the story of my first year teaching English in Taiwan. The highs, the lows, the unexpected challenges, and the moments that made me question whether I had made the right decision. If you're curious about teaching English in Taiwan, moving abroad, or just wondering what expat life is really like, I hope this episode gives a realistic persp...
20 Aug 2026
One Month in Japan | The Story Behind My Move to Taiwan
Four years ago I moved to Japan expecting to start a new chapter. Just one month later, I made an unexpected decision to leave, and move to Taiwan. In this first episode back, I share the story behind those four weeks in Japan, why I chose to leave, and how that decision shaped my life. It's a personal story, not a comparison of countries, and if you're interested in living abroad or teaching English in Asia, I hope you find something valuable here.
4 Oct 2022
Welcome to Japan
19 Oct 2020
Turning Japanese Rant
It's been a minute. Join Chris and Jordan on overly discussed topics regarding Japan, expats, and "becoming Japanese."
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10 Aug 2020
Seven Years an Expat with Hunter
This episode is especially beneficial for those wondering what English teaching abroad is like and how it opens up opportunities in foreign countries. New guest, Hunter, joins the Sumo Slap podcast to talk about his experiences living and working abroad for over seven years.
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20 Jul 2020
Adventures with Jordan
In this legendary episode, Chris is joined by long-time friend Jordan. They reminisce about friendship origin story and adventures in Maui. Stick around to find out the latest info on Japan.
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9 Jun 2020
Japan and Life Update
Current information regarding expected arrival date in Japan and how the global pandemic has impacted the timeline.
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25 May 2020
Surgery and Failure
Chris talks about his surgery experience and righteous failure.
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11 May 2020
Japan and the Coronavirus with John
Chris discusses the Coronavirus and the impact that it may have on his future in Japan. He is joined by John to talk about current news and why Chris still intends to move to Japan.
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27 Apr 2020
Moving to Japan
The results are in! Chris talks about his experience with landing a job in Japan, the anticipated timeline, and the region he will be living in. The adventure is about to begin so be sure to come along.
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Contact us: chris@sumoslap.com
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13 Apr 2020
Sumo Slap: Why Japan
In this episode, Chris explains why he became interested in Japan and how he took the scenic route to applying for the position of assistant language teacher.
30 Mar 2020
Sumo Slap: Setting the Bar Low with John
Real talk with an old friend covering friendship, Japan, fears, and what the future may look like.
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16 Mar 2020
Sumo Slap: Podcast Direction
Just a brief description of the Sumo Slap podcast and the direction it's heading.
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Apple Podcasts (US)
4.9 / 5
8 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
4 ratings
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