In conversation with Patty. This episode of the Bunch of Bananas podcast features hosts Kevin and Eric, along with their special guest Patty, a Thai food influencer based in London known as the @Londonfoodieexpat. Patty shares her journey from Thailand to becoming a prominent food blogger in the UK. She gives insights into Thai culture, including the significance of names, the original name of Bangkok, and the impact of accents on identity. The conversation delves into experiences of racism, work culture comparisons between Asia and the UK, and misunderstandings about Asian appearances. 00:14 Meet Patty: The London Foodie Expat01:05 Exploring the Intricacies of Thai Names and Culture01:31 Exploring the Longest City Name in the World03:11 The Significance of Names in Thai Culture05:01 Accents and Identity: Embracing Uniqueness08:20 Navigating Accents and Experiences in London08:54 Addressing Online Racism and Embracing Identity12:53 The Two Types of Thai People Abroad19:55 Fortune Telling and Superstitions in Thai and Other Cultures24:04 Zodiac Signs and Personal Traits24:55 Exploring Chinese Zodiac Signs27:52 Comparing Work Cultures: Asia vs. Western Countries30:01 The Impact of Work Ethic Across Generations36:52 Navigating Cultural Identity and Appearance40:06 Ranking Top Thai Desserts: A Delicious CountdownGuestInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/londonfoodieexpat/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@londonfoodieexpatBunch Of Bananas Podcast SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bunchofbananaspod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bunchofbananaspod/Youtube: @bunchofbananasSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nD5GoNSWDjX6GCjvX128VApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/bunch-of-bananas/id1653422521