Welcome to Teak & Tales, presented by Pandaw Cruises. This podcast takes you into the heart of Southeast Asia through stories from our guests, crew, partner OTAs, and knowledgeable tour guides. From lively moments on deck to historical soundbites, this podcast is all about connection, culture, and the spirit of discovery.
Teak & Tales
Claim This Podcastby Pandaw Cruises
5.0(1 reviews)
13 episodes
Updated Daily
Accepts GuestsHas Sponsors
Podcast Overview
Welcome to Teak & Tales, presented by Pandaw Cruises. This podcast takes you into the heart of Southeast Asia through stories from our guests, crew, partner OTAs, and knowledgeable tour guides. From lively moments on deck to historical soundbites, this podcast is all about connection, culture, and the spirit of discovery.
Language
🇺🇲
Publishing Since
9/1/2025
6 verified contact emails on file for Teak & Tales
Pitch yourself as a guest, propose sponsorships, or reach out directly to the host.
Recent Episodes
June 3, 2026
The Art of Travel Storytelling with Journalist Judi Cohen
<p>Welcome to Teak & Tales, your podcast for river cruising in Southeast Asia. From local culture to life onboard, we explore the people, places, and stories that define the region.</p><p>We’re joined by travel journalist Judi Cohen to explore what makes river cruising through Southeast Asia so different from other styles of travel. Having sailed the Irrawaddy, Mekong, Brahmaputra, Laos Mekong, and most recently the Kerala Backwaters, Judi shares how each river carries its own personality, rhythm, and cultural identity.</p><p>This podcast is hosted by Cassidy Newman and the Pandaw marketing team. If you're interested in being featured on the podcast, please reach out to marketing@pandaw.com.</p>
May 12, 2026
Returning to the Irrawaddy with Paul Strachan
<p>Welcome to Teak & Tales, your podcast for river cruising in Southeast Asia. From local culture to life onboard, we explore the people, places, and stories that define the region.</p><p>Pandaw Founder & CEO Paul Strachan rejoins the podcast following his recent return to Myanmar, a country that has long shaped both his personal story and the origins of Pandaw Cruises. Traveling from Rangoon to Mandalay, Pagan, and the Irrawaddy Delta, Paul reflects on what it was like returning to the country after the devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake and shares his impressions of daily life on the ground one year later. </p><p>Along the way, Paul reconnects with Pandaw crew members, visits the company’s ships still operating in the region, and discusses the decision behind launching members-only sailings in the Irrawaddy Delta.</p><p>This podcast is hosted by Cassidy Newman and the Pandaw marketing team. If you're interested in being featured on the podcast, please reach out to marketing@pandaw.com.</p>
April 6, 2026
Big Tops, Bigger Impact: The Story of Phare Circus with Vichea Tes
<p>Welcome to Teak & Tales, your podcast for river cruising in Southeast Asia. From local culture to life onboard, we explore the people, places, and stories that define the region.</p><p>Vichea Tes, Deputy Director of Sales and Marketing at Phare Ponleu Selpak's Circus in Cambodia. What began as an arts school founded by refugees returning to Battambang after the Khmer Rouge era has grown into a creative institution that uses visual and performing arts to support Cambodian youth. Today, Phare provides education, training, and career pathways for hundreds of young people while sharing powerful Cambodian stories through circus, theater, music, and visual arts.</p><p>Vichea joins the podcast to talk about how the circus became one of Cambodia’s most unique cultural attractions, and the impact the school continues to have on students and the wider community. </p><p>This podcast is hosted by Cassidy Newman and the Pandaw marketing team. If you're interested in being featured on the podcast, please reach out to <a href="mailto:marketing@pandaw.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">marketing@pandaw.com</a>.</p>
13 total episodes available
Deep-dive analytics for Teak & Tales
Frequently asked questions
Have a different question and can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to our support team by sending us an email and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
- What is Teak & Tales?
- How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
Legal Disclaimer
Pod Engine is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected with any of the podcasts displayed on this platform. We operate independently as a podcast discovery and analytics service.
All podcast artwork, thumbnails, and content displayed on this page are the property of their respective owners and are protected by applicable copyright laws. This includes, but is not limited to, podcast cover art, episode artwork, show descriptions, episode titles, transcripts, audio snippets, and any other content originating from the podcast creators or their licensors.
We display this content under fair use principles and/or implied license for the purpose of podcast discovery, information, and commentary. We make no claim of ownership over any podcast content, artwork, or related materials shown on this platform. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
While we strive to ensure all content usage is properly authorized, if you are a rights holder and believe your content is being used inappropriately or without proper authorization, please contact us immediately at hey@podengine.ai for prompt review and appropriate action, which may include content removal or proper attribution.
By accessing and using this platform, you acknowledge and agree to respect all applicable copyright laws and intellectual property rights of content owners. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of the content displayed on this platform is strictly prohibited.