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Hot Potato: an ESL Speaking Game for Kids
TweetHot Potato: A really fun ESL speaking game for kidsSkills: Speaking Time: 5-10 minutes Level: Beginner, up to 11 Materials: Flashcards, timer, “potato” (an object for students to pass around)This...
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Weekend Warriors vi: The Penis Bar
TweetYes, you read that right: The Penis Bar. I don't think anyone knows the real name of the bar in Seomyeon that has a giant wooden penis outside the entry, but it's where the generation of teachers...
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New human rights commissioner has history of homophobia
TweetSouth Korea has appointed another chairman with decidedly anti-LGBT beliefs to the National Human Rights Commission of Korea.I reported last year on the appointment of Pastor Choi E-woo, who faced...
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September 12th Meeting Registration Now Open!!
TweetRoll up, Roll up ~ Another 3 weeks has passed since we last met up with some of our lovely makgeolli loving friends, to eat, drink and banter, and it […]Makgeolli Mamas &...
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Foreign Teachers Returning to their Home Countries
TweetThis Blog Has MovedHey there everyone. In case you haven't updated your readers, this blog has moved to a new, much better site. It's still Jackie, talking about the same kinds of stuff but it's...
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The Descending Wing of Justice: How Tobias Wolff Made Me a (Slightly) Better...
Tweet by Steve K. FeldmanWhen was the last time a work of literature changed your life? I mean, the day after you finished it—or even the same day—you were inspired to go out and do something, or to...
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Cat Tien, Vietnam and Misadventures on the Motorbike
TweetYesterday was Independence Day for Vietnam! I thought things would be a little crazier, given the Vietnameses’ penchant for techno and flashy lights, but all in all the scene was pretty chill. The...
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Top 10 Korean Snacks You Must Taste!
Top 10 Korean Snacks You Must Taste! TweetHave you ever been to a snack section in a big Korean supermarket? Endless stacks of snacks with vibrant wrapping must be alluring you, right? For those who...
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Explore Gwangjang Market and Insadong
TweetTwo places that I recommend foreigners visit, which are both in Seoul, are Gwangjang Market (광장시장) and Insadong (인사동).Gwangjang Market is Korea's first official outdoor marketplace, and has been...
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Haeeunsa Temple – 해은사 (Gimhae, Gyeongsangnam-do)
TweetThe neighbouring Bunsanseong Fortress near Haeeunsa Temple. Hello Again Everyone!!Located on top of Mt. Bunseongsan, which is just south of the Gimhae Gaya Park, is Haeeunsa Temple. Uniquely, the...
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Japan v: I love the nightlife
TweetAfter our trip to the Aquarium, my "travel companions" left for Kyoto and Nara (which I would highly recommend as you really can do Osaka in one day). Completely drained from our whirlwind...
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I dream in Skyscanner ii: Shanghai
Tweetimage c/o lost lawaiAs I write this post I'm sitting on the floor of a cafe in Busan wearing Ajumma pants. My two best gals and I are discussing travel plans and researching everything on our...
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The Iran Deal Cannot be a Template for a North Korea Deal if NK doesn’t Want...
TweetThis is a rather tardy re-post of something I wrote for the Diplomat in the wake of the Iran deal in late July.I still think my basic argument is correct. North Korea is far more isolated than...
View ArticleSexual Harassment is Sexual Harassment.
TweetLast night my Macbook’s charger broke. It was old; it’s time was done. So, this morning I had to get a new one. Seems like a simple enough task, right?Wrong.I left my hotel room wearing a long sun...
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Retell the Story 1-2-3: A Fluency Activity for ESL Students
TweetSkills: SpeakingTime: 15-20 minutesLevel: Beginner to Advanced, 8+Materials Required: Timer This is a fluency activity which can be done with beginners by having them introduce themselves. Higher...
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Moist, chocolatey muffins for breakfast or dessert.INGREDIENTS2...
TweetMoist, chocolatey muffins for breakfast or dessert.INGREDIENTS2 eggs1⁄2 cup oil1 cup milk1 teaspoon vanilla1 3⁄4 cups plain flour1⁄2 cup sugar1⁄4 cup cocoa1 tablespoon baking powder1⁄2 teaspoon...
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Canadian in Busan, Korea: Getting a Chinese Visa
Canadian in Busan, Korea: Getting a Chinese Visa TweetSometimes you need an idiot boy to frustrate you enough to buy an airplane ticket. As much as it was a great start, the ending was long, drawn...
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Anti-gay website launched: LGBT Out Seoul
TweetThe LGBT Out Seoul (part of a "Clean Campaign [깨끗한거리]) has created the weirdly useful LGBT Out Seoul website. While their goal is to mobilize individuals to work toward shutting down LGBT...
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These taste just like Chewy Chips Ahoy cookies....
TweetThese taste just like Chewy Chips Ahoy cookies. Seriously.INGREDIENTS2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour½ teaspoon baking soda1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature½ cup granulated sugar1 cup...
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How to make Mul Naengmyeon from scratch, Korean cold noodles in soup
Tweet Do you love cold refreshing naengmyeon? Here is how to make delicious naengmyeon from scratch. It's hard work but well worth it. Happy cooking! See Mul Naengmyeon recipe...
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