Awkward Ranbles

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In their penultimate episode, Mandy and Moise do what they do best. Talk about the most random topic they can think of in that moment. Listen in as our hosts talk everything media, from Netflix's bound to be a bad live-action adaptation of One Piece to Powerpuff Girl memes. Definitely one of their best episodes. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @awkwardranbles

Mandy, Moise, and Matt try their worst to conclude this 3 part saga. In today's episode, our hosts take things to a whole new level. Talking about World War 3, the current geopolitical landscape, the numerous issues with elections, and much more that our hosts usually don't talk about.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @awkwardranbles

The conversations continue as our trio reveal the most awkward and shocking experiences they've had whilst being in Korea. Prepare yourself for many sharp U-turns and whiplashes, as they go back and forth between topics, such as traffic accidents and  feely ahjummas. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @awkwardranbles

Our hosts invite you and their special guest Matt for the first ever Awkward Ranbles trilogy episode. They kick start the conversations by talking about the difficulties of living in Korea and some of their pet peeves. From struggling to deal with the communication barrier to trying to understand the materialistic culture and its surface level relationships. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @awkwardranbles

Awkward and slightly inappropriate phrases in a textbook? CHECK! Exam papers that don’t actually test the students’ language abilities? CHECK! Mandy and Moise share some of the difficulties they encounter when it comes to teaching and talk about the flaws in the English education system. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @awkwardranbles

Welcome to part 2 with the crew! In today's episode, Mandy and Moise continue their talk with Claire. The group shifts their discussion from Education to social media. From Tik-Tok to cancel culture, the gang delves into the impacts and the implications of how various forms of social media affect our world today. And just what that has in store for our future.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @awkwardranbles

Today's episode gets educational. Mandy and Moise are joined by fellow English teacher, Claire. The gang discusses Claire's experiences with tackling teaching in Korea while simultaneously working on her Master's degree in Education, how that impacts teaching methodology. As well as everyone's feelings about being educators in the land of K-Pop and Kimchi.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @awkwardranbles

Better late than never. Our host finally watch the movie, Contagion, which two years ago made a huge comeback with the appearance of you know what. Listen as our hosts give their thoughts on the scary similarities between the 2011 thriller and the current pandemic that we are all still facing today. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @awkwardranbles

Are KIIP classes really worth the time? Or studying on your own and taking the TOPIK exam the easier route? Mandy and Moise compare the two approaches, as well as highlight the struggles of obtaining a permanent residency visa in Korea as a foreigner.  If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @awkwardranbles

Awkward Ranbles finally hits its one-year mark! WOOP! Mandy and Moise celebrate by reminiscing over the ups and downs of their podcasting journey. Our hosts send their gratitude towards every guest that has appeared on the show, as well as all the listeners that have tuned in each week. What will the future have in store for our awkward duo and the pod? Please stay tuned to find out. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @awkwardranbles

In a thrilling part 2, Mandy, Moise, and our guest host Maria finally delve into the sports topic that they promised us for weeks. Mandy and Maria talk about their first time at a Korean volleyball match, Moise tells us how his love for the game all started, and the gang shares their excitement for future games. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @awkwardranbles

Mandy and Moise welcome Maria, their first guest of 2022, onto the pod for a two-part episode. The trio kicks off the conversations by talking about Maria’s adventures so far in Korea. As she nears the one-year mark, what were her highlights? Why did she choose Korea? And how is life different from being in Australia? If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @awkwardranbles

Time to get mystical. In this week's episode, Mandy and Moise take a look at their respective fortunes for the year based on their Zodiac signs. Just how accurate of a reading will our hosts get? Will Mandy find the perfect relationship, will Moise finally hit it big financially? Only one way to find out. Tune in to the latest episode of Awkward Ranbles.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @awkwardranbles

After wrapping up the end of the year, Mandy and Moise delve into their hopes and expectations for the upcoming 12 months. Our hosts open up about their plans on how to defeat their inner demons and find their path to happiness. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @awkwardranbles

As 2021 comes to a close, our hosts take the opportunity to rewind back on the events that took place in this trying year. Moise goes through the global trends of 2021 and Mandy realizes how very out of the loop she is.  If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @awkwardranbles

Mandy, Moise, and Dan continue their chit-chat and touch upon the subject of relationships in Korea. Our hosts and guest talk about the different dynamics and the unique experiences of making friends as a foreigner.  Once again, please show your love and support for Dan by listening to him on Makgeolli Moments, as well as following him on his socials: Instagram: @makgeollimoments If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @awkwardranbles

Awkward Ranbles presents another podcast collaboration. This time, Mandy and Moise are joined by Dan from Makgeolli Moments, bonding over many common interests, such as being an introvert and their appreciation for the beautiful Korean actress Ha Ji Won.  Please show your love and support for Dan by listening to him on Makgeolli Moments, as well as following him on his socials: Instagram: @makgeollimoments If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @awkwardranbles

Scrolling through the news, our hosts try to stay relevant by talking about the latest headlines. Is the meat quality of Korean fried chicken really that good or is the true taste hidden behind the power of the seasoning? Will the political relationship between North and South Korea ever get better? And should the members of K-Pop sensation BTS be exempt from military service?  If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @awkwardranbles

Life in Korea isn’t that simple as KDramas lead you to believe. Mandy and Moise reveal various pros and cons of being an English teacher, their opinions on last-minute culture here, and give tips on what to expect if you do make the life-changing decision of moving to the land of KPop.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @awkwardranbles