Expats lives 

All 20 episodes from Semipermanent  in Seoul (Korea)

 See synopsis below.  

From the last last to the oldest, so  episode 20 is  the first.

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• Episode 20: "If You Lived Here, You'd Be Home Now."
• Episode 19: "Money Talks"
• Episode 18: "Making the Grade"
• Episode 17: "Body Issues"
• Episode 16: "Night Owl"
• Episode 15: "Paws and Claws"
• Episode 14: "Quirky Korea"
• Episode 13: "It's cold"
• Episode 12: "A Spin On Traditional"
• Episode 11: "By Design"
• Episode 10  " High Performance "
•  Episode 09 We Are Family 
• Episode 08- A Fine Pair
•  Episode 07  Booze
•  Episode 06 All dressed Up
•  Episode05 A good Sport
•  Episode 04 – 'State of the Art'
•  Episode 03 Live to Eat
•  Episode 02  music
•  Episode 01- The Expat Life

                                      

Episode 20: "If You Lived Here, You'd Be Home Now."

Erik and Tiffany meet up with three expats who have found different ways to feel at home abroad. Ashley was born in Korea but grew up in the U.S. after being adopted. A few years ago, she came back to Korea without a definite plan, but after meeting people who made a difference in her life, she decided to stay and volunteer for an organisation that helps single mothers. Later, Erik and Tiffany meet Luis, a Mexican diplomat serving his first post. Luis takes them to a few places that remind him of Mexico, and the three discuss the importance of having those reminders when living abroad. Ide came to Seoul from Ireland with nothing but a backpack 11 years ago. Now she is married Korean husband and has three-year-old twins. Seoul is where she feels most comfortable, but her husband has just been transferred to Russia. Erik and Tiffany meet Ide to reminisce about her time in Seoul and discuss the challenges of starting over in a new place.

Episode 19: "Money Talks"

Erik and Tiffany head down to Daegu with Evan, a business reporter for the Wall Street Journal. The three of them discuss Korea's economic history while touring KOMSCO, the company responsible for producing all of Korea's currency. Back in Seoul, Erik and Tiffany meet Swiss born, Reto. The owner of a men's luxury shoe store, Reto chats with them about how Koreans view luxury products and what it takes to compete in the market. Finally, Erik and Tiffany tackle the practical side of money matters in Seoul with Rusty and Lynn. Recently married, the couple is looking for a new apartment. Can they find everything they're looking for within their budget?

Episode 18: "Making the Grade"

Erik and Tiffany spend the day with Matt, a 7th grade international school teacher. They resurrect their math skills to see if they can compete with Matt's students, and then afterwards he gives them a tour of the school facilities. Next Erik and Tiffany meet Mi Na, a 6th grade student who attends a multicultural school especially for kids of mixed ethnicity. After music class, they treat Mi Na for ice cream to celebrate her graduation. Later, they visit Rick, a hagwon owner. An experienced teacher, Rick recently opened the English language academy with his wife and is finding out what it takes to make the business survive.

 Episode 17: "Body Issues"

Erik and Tiffany meet Kevin in Apgujeong Station to begin a tour of Korea's plastic surgery culture. After checking out a few "before" and "after" advertisements, Kevin takes them to the center where he works to get an idea of what patients actually experience. Next, it's off to meet Raimund, one of the only foreign doctors practicing Oriental medicine in Korea. He takes them to Gyeongdong medicine market to look at some of the traditional herbs and ingredients used for treating various ailments. Later, Erik and Tiffany meet up with Ilse, an aspiring make up artist. They take a look at some makeup in Meyongdong and then meet one of Korea's top make up artists.

Episode 16: "Night Owl"

Tiffany and Erik explore the underbelly of the city after the sun goes down. For Bobby, a musician, night is the most creative part of the day. Erik and Tiffany head to a cafe where he's giving a small concert and then Bobby takes them to his "studio", which is wherever he happens to be at the moment. A bit later, Erik and Tiffany meet up with Mihal, a Bulgarian chef and explore the night vegetable auction at Garak market. Then it's off to spend time with pro-gamer Nick. Erik and Tiffany get a look at what life is like inside a professional team house as well as what happens in a PC bang during the wee hours.

Episode 15: "Paws and Claws"

Tiffany and Erik head to Asan to visit one of the largest no-kill shelters in Korea. They spend the day with Allison, an animal lover and one of the shelter's key volunteers. Later, they meet Katherine, a pet accessory designer. They check out some cat-centric novelties and also explore a cat cafe. Finally, it's off to meet Dubu, a big white Samoyed that's one of the expat community's most famous pets.

Episode 14: "Quirky Korea"

Some things in Seoul leave foreigners scratching their heads. Erik and Tiffany take on two cultural differences, "cuteness" and "poop". They meet Cherrish, a Filipina actress, at the Princess Diary cafe where they try on wedding attire. Then it's off to a Korean accessory shop filled with overly cute knick knacks. Finally delving into her acting repertoire, Cherrish teaches Erik and Tiffany how to put on their best "aegyo" face. Later, they meet up with Paul, a blogger who's taken a particular interest in Korean attitudes about "poop". The trio pays a visit to the toilet museum then embarks on a poo sculpture scavenger hunt. Along the way, they satisfy their hunger with a snack of poop shaped bread.

Episode 13: "It's cold"

Erik and Tiffany bundle up and head out to Phoenix Park Ski Resort for a day on the slopes with pro boarder and instructor Brendon. Next, they warm up with food blogger Tom, who's on a mission to sample traditional Korean winter fare, from patjuk to naju gomtang. Finally, they meet up with Clay to get some rest and relaxation on a slow train heading out of the city to Jeongdongjin Beach.

Episode 12: "A Spin On Traditional"

"A Spin On Traditional" meets three expats who bring new perspectives to Korean traditions. Erik and Tiffany start by getting their hands dirty with Peter, who invites them into his pottery studio at Hongik University. Peter moved here to study ceramics, and he's about to graduate and start his career. Next, it's over to Gunja to visit an exhibition of modern Hangeul typography co-curated by Chris, who's written a book about the history and design potential of the Korean written word. After checking out posters designed by artists around the world, they head over to Chungmuro to get a printing job done and check out the industrial history of the neighbourhood. Finally, it's time to brew some makgeolli with Dan and Becca, a couple who have become experts on the traditional rice beverage. In their classroom at the Susubori brewing academy, the foursome test out some new flavours and toast the old and the new.

Episode 11: "By Design"

Erik and Tiffany visit Italian architect, Simone, at his hanok home in Bukchon. Simone shows them how he's modernised the interior to make it a livable and personal space. Then it's off to one of his projects in progress, the Citizen Gallery located under Seoul City Hall. Later, Erik and Tiffany meet, Alain, a Belgian designer at Renault Samsung Motors. They get behind the wheel for a test drive as well as a tour of the design facilities.

10  " High Performance "

B-girl, Misslee, starts Erik and Tiffany off on a breakdancing lesson. Later, they meet up with Misslee's crew of expat breakers, the Seoul Seekers, as well as 500 other dancers to attempt to set a Guinness World Record for the largest breakdance.

Raul, a percussionist with the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra, invites Erik and Tiffany to attend a rehearsal before their concert showcasing Russian composers. The next day, he gives them a tour of the orchestra rehearsal space in the Sejong Center and then follows up with a percussion lesson. Then, it's off to the Korean National Theatre where Lauren, an actress with the Eurasia Shakespeare Theatre Company takes them centre stage for a bilingual Korean-English performance of Richard III.

09 We Are Family

Erik and Tiffany take pregnant mom Ami to a birthing centre to help her figure out how she wants to deliver her first baby. Romin and Jenny Johnson give Erik and Tiffany a taste of life with their two little boys, Joel and Justin. Then it's on to hanbok shopping and a wedding spa with Caitlin, who's in the middle of planning a Korean-American wedding

  

08- A Fine Pair

Is Seoul better when you're not solo? Erik and Tiffany set Linus and Luigina up on a blind date to hunt for couple sets. They take AJ and Johnathan to a fortune-teller to find out what's in the cards for their new relationship. Over dinner at romance cafe, they discuss married expat life with Brad and Dani Moore

  

07  Booze

Erik and Tiffany prepare for a big night out with Sid who gives them a proper drinking tutorial Korean-style. Later they learn how to make craft cocktails with Phil, one of three founders of a cocktail catering company. They take their recipes to the street for some guerrilla bartending to see how the drinks measure up

06 All dressed Up

Erik and Tiffany meet three expats who are all contributing to Seoul's unique style. James, a model, takes them behind the scenes at Seoul Fashion Week. Up and coming designer Sandra invites Erik and Tiffany to her workshop to work on her latest collection, and they wander the streets of Garuso-gil with fashion blogger Karen for some local style spottin

 05 A good Sport

Erik and Tiffany meet three expats whose lives revolve around sport and fitness. Whitney, a professional American volleyball player with the Heungkuk Pink Spiders gets them working on their serves and volleys. Ian, the founder of British Army Fitness in Korea (BAFIK) takes them outdoors for a workout on Mt. Namsan and the Han River. Then Erik and Tiffany head to practice of Roller Derby in Korea, where Tiffany laces up her skates for a crash course from derby girl Go Go Gadget, aka Maresha.

04 – 'State of the Art'

Erik and Tiffany travel outside of the city to meet Sarah, an American gyopo, who's been working with the chef at Bean Table, an organic farm-to-table restaurant serving traditional Korean dishes. Then, it's on to some new flavours, as Erik and Tiffany link up with food writer Megan, who lives near the Chinese market in Daerim. Still hungry, they visit Wahid at his Moroccan sandwich restaurant in Haebangchon.

  

03 Live to Eat

Erik and Tiffany travel outside of the city to meet Sarah, an American gyopo, who's been working with the chef at Bean Table, an organic farm-to-table restaurant serving traditional Korean dishes. Then, it's on to some new flavours, as Erik and Tiffany link up with food writer Megan, who lives near the Chinese market in Daerim. Still hungry, they visit Wahid at his Moroccan sandwich restaurant in Haebangchon

02  music

Music: Discovering one of the best music scenes in Asia. How is Western and Asian music influencing each other? Why is the international music scene here so good? What are the challenges when working in the industry?
Possible profiles include a Chilean percussionist with the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra leading a Korean band playing Latin music. Korean American, Bernie Cho, exporting the Hongdae music scene to the US versus British expat of Super Colour Super bringing international acts to Seoul. Expat run, Loose Union, record label promoting Korean bands.

  

01- The Expat Life

The Expat Life: We introduce Erik and Tiffany and discover a little bit about their story and why they are in Korea.
We also meet a long time expat who’'s explored the city and Seoul his/her home. In contrast we see what Seoul is like through fresh eyes, from a newly transplanted foreigner, trying to find their feet. What do they love and hate about life here? Have they embraced Seoul? Why or why not?

                              List of  20  episodes   SEMIPERMANENT

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Episode 20: "If You Lived Here, You'd Be Home Now."

Episode 19: "Money Talks"

Episode 18: "Making the Grade"

Episode 17: "Body Issues"

Episode 16: "Night Owl"

Episode 15: "Paws and Claws"

Episode 14: "Quirky Korea"

Episode 13: "It's cold"

Episode 12: "A Spin On Traditional"

Episode 11: "By Design"

Episode 10  " High Performance " Episode 09 We Are Family Episode 08- A Fine Pair Episode 07  Booze Episode 06 All dressed Up Episode05 A good Sport Episode 04 – 'State of the Art' Episode 03 Live to Eat Episode 02  music Episode 01- The Expat Life

Semipermanent questions episode 17 -Body Issues

                          Ep. 17. BODY ISSUES   (10 questions)

Erik and Tiffany meet Kevin in Apgujeong Station to begin a tour of Korea's plastic surgery culture. After checking out a few "before" and "after" advertisements, Kevin takes them to the center where he works to get an idea of what patients actually experience. Next, it's off to meet Raimund, one of the only foreign doctors practicing Oriental medicine in Korea. He takes them to Gyeongdong medicine market to look at some of the traditional herbs and ingredients used for treating various ailments. Later, Erik and Tiffany meet up with Ilse, an aspiring make up artist. They take a look at some makeup in Meyongdong and then meet one of Korea's top make up artists. 

1.    Which is the most common surgery in Korea? Is it a way of westernization?

2.    For what kind of job did Kevin go to Korea?

3.    Why is there a hotel involved with the plastic surgery center?

4.    Which are the main differences between the modern medicine and the traditional one in Korea? What are they used for?

5.    How many westerners are studying Korean Traditional Medicine?

6.    When they visit the doctor Raimund Royer, does he find any problem?

7.    For how much time does he want to do this type of job?

8.    There’s too much of everything in a cosmetic shop, but, can you find two examples of products she mentioned?

9.    Does Ilse have to learn about all these cosmetic stuff?

10. Have Korean men started use cosmetic products? In that case, how common has it become?

SEMIPERMANENT . EPISODE 19 - MONEY TALKS

Erik and Tiffany head down to Daegu with Evan, a business reporter for the Wall Street Journal. The three of them discuss Korea's economic history while touring KOMSCO, the company responsible for producing all of Korea's currency. Back in Seoul, Erik and Tiffany meet Swiss born, Reto. The owner of a men's luxury shoe store, Reto chats with them about how Koreans view luxury products and what it takes to compete in the market. Finally, Erik and Tiffany tackle the practical side of money matters in Seoul with Rusty and Lynn. Recently married, the couple is looking for a new apartment. Can they find everything they're looking for within their budget?

________ ( 2014- Nov-06  )

1.     How has South-Chorea changed during the last fifty-sixty years?

2.     Where is Ramstand from and why is he working in South-Chorea?

3.     Does Korean industry use modern technology in the printing cash machines?

4.     Why has the economy grown so fast since the 60s? What reasons have motivated it?

5.     Are Korean people going to have more opportunities now that in the past?

6.     What is the definition of luxury in Chorea?

7.     In the video we listen to a Swiss shoes import. How did his passion for shoes start?

8.     In his opinion do all the expensive brands have high quality in their products? Why do we pay for them?

9.     If these exclusive shoes do not have a known brand, what do people who buy these expensive shoes look for?

10.   As a conclusion, why is the video programme called MONEY TALKS?

SEMIPERMANENT. Episode 15: "Paws and Claws"

TASK. Listen to this chapter 15 and answer these ten questions

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Tiffany and Erik head to Asan to visit one of the largest no-kill shelters in Korea. They spend the day with Allison, an animal lover and one of the shelter's key volunteers.

Later, they meet Katherine, a pet accessory designer. They check out some cat-centric novelties and also explore a cat cafe.

Finally, it's off to meet Dubu, a big white Samoyed that's one of the expat community's most famous pets.

                QUESTIONS:

A. ALLISON

1.- Why it’s so important for many people who are living abroad to have a pet?

a) It’s uncertain, they do not give importance to the fact of having a pet.

b) Because they prefer the company of a pet to the company of certain people.

c) Because pets give them a feeling of stability.

2.- What’s doing Allison Young as a volunteer in Korea?

a) She looks after the pets, from several owners, really very well.

b) She’s a volunteer in an animal shelter.

c) She’s advising people to spend their money partying in Korea.

3.- Does she really think that people must adopt a new education before having a pet?

a) Absolutely not!

b) Yes. It’s needed more education about having a pet, what means to take care of a pet properly.

c) Yes. People must study to acquire certain knowledge about the animal life before having a pet.  

4.- The stereotypes in Korea about shelter animals are good enough?

a) Not at all. Sometimes people think that these animals are unfriendly and aggressive.

b) It depends on the region where you’re living.

c) Yes, of course.  

B. KATHERINE

5.- How long Katherine Hall has been working on pet accessories business?

a) Since five years ago.

b) She’s planning to work on pet accessories but she doesn’t work nowadays.

c) Since July, it’s a newly-made business.

6.- How many pets does Katherine have?

a) Three dogs, one hamster and several cats.

b) She doesn’t have any pets yet.

c) Three dogs and a bowl full of goldfishes.  

7.- What’s the opinion of Katherine about adopting a pet, from the point of view of an expat?

a) She has not taken a decision about it, because it represents to face several expenses; for instance, to bring them back home.

b) She could adopt a pet, but nowadays she hasn’t enough time to take care of it.

c) It’s easy to adopt a pet for all those who have the intention of doing it.   

C.  ROBERT

8.- What kind of job Robert Joe is developing in Korea?

a) He’s a famous engineer.

b) He’s working as a scientist at the university.

c) He’s a filmmaker.  

9.- At first sight, it was easy for him to become a pet owner?

a) No, it wasn’t. He went to the shelter five times to get to know the pet better.

b) Yes, it was. Once he bought his pet, it was like riding on bicycle.

c) Yes, of course. He always had a natural instinct for pets.  

10.- How much money he spent on grooming tools to take care of his dog?

a) Seven hundred dollars.

b) Two hundred dollars.

c) He spends more time than money grooming his dog.  

SEMIPERMANENT EPISODE 9. "We are family"

TASK. Listen to this chapter 9 and answer these ten questions

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Intro 00question. Erik and Tiffany go on tour i Seoul and …

a)    take pregnant mom Ami to a birthing centre to help her figure out how she wants to deliver her first baby. 
b)     Romin and Jenny Johnson give Erik and Tiffany a taste of life with their two little boys, Joel and Justin. 
c)     Then it's on to hanbok shopping and a wedding spa with Caitlin, who's in the middle of planning a Korean-American wedding

Story one. Ami

1.  Why is Seoul a good place to grow up a family?

2.  Does Jaewon Jang already know if the baby they are expecting is a girl as he            wishes?

3. How were Ami first three months of pregnancy? 

4. Which are the main differences between having a baby in England or in Seoul?          What about politic rules?

5. What surprises you the most from the prenatal lessons?

Story two. Romin and Jenny Johnson

6.  Are Justin and Joel similar to each other? 

7.  For how long is the second couple going to live in Seoul?
8.  How do they think about rising kids in Seoul instead of doing it in the States? 

Story three. Caitlin 

9. Which dress Catlin would like to wear for the wedding ceremony?

10. Where did their last stop before the wedding take place? Why?

SEMIPERMANENT Episode 08: A Fine Pair

          

TASK. Listen to this chapter 8 and answer these ten questions

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Is Seoul better when you're not solo? Erik and Tiffany set Linus and Luigina up on a blind date to hunt for couple sets. 

They take AJ and Johnathan to a fortune-teller to find out what's in the cards for their new relationship. 

Over dinner at romance cafe, they discuss married expat life with Brad and Dani Moore

1. According to the video…

a) Seoul is an acceptable city for singles.

b) Seoul is definitely a city for couples.

c) Seoul is the best city for families.

2. If you compare Korean and Western people the narrator says…

a) The typical romantic ideas from Korean are not so far from Western ideas.

b) The Korean romantic ideas are very different from Western ideas.

c) Western people are more romantic than Korean people.

3. Luigina says that…

a) Her Korean age is 29 and her Australian age is 28.

b) Her age is 29

c) Her Australian age is 29 and her Korean age is 28.

4. Luigina explains that…

a) In Korea couples are very fashionable.

b) In Korea couples express their love buying gifts for each other.

c) In Korea couples express their love for each other matching clothes and accessories.

5. In A.J. and Jonathan couple…

a) A.J. is generally in charge of the fashion shopping.

b) She works in fashion.

c) She loves to buy fashion clothes.

6. A.J and Jonathan wanted to know an opinion…

a) Just three weeks after they moved together they went to a fortune-teller to know his opinion.

b) Before moving together they had always wanted to know the fortune-teller’s opinion.

c) Just three months after they moved together they went to a fortune-teller to know his opinion.

7. Jonathan says…

a) He went to a fortune-teller before.

b) A.J went to the fortune-teller before.

c) He didn’t know about the activity of going to a fortune-teller as a couple.

8. Danielle and Brad Moore …

a) Were a celebrity couple when they lived in  the USA.

b) Are one of Seoul’s celebrity couples.

c) Are two expats teaching at Seoul University.

9. Danielle and Brad Moore… 

a) Got married before going to Korea.

b) Got married in Korea.

c) Want to move to USA for their wedding.

10. Danielle says that…

a) Marriage has changed their lives.

b) Marriage always change people’s lives.

c) Marriage hasn’t changed their lives.

SEMIPERMANENT_Episode 10: High Performance

TASK. Listen to this chapter 10 and answer these eleven questions

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B-girl, Misslee, starts Erik and Tiffany off on a breakdancing lesson. 

Raul, a percussionist with the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra, invites Erik and Tiffany to attend a rehearsal before their concert showcasing Russian composers.

Then, it's off to the Korean National Theatre with Lauren, an actress with the Eurasia Shakespeare Theatre Company.

(3/10/2014)

Are these sentences True or False?

10A_ MISSLEE

1.    Misslee says that breaking dance is like any other skill: you must practise it.

2.    When Misslee  took up  breaking dance, her friends told her that she was very able to do it.

3.    According to Misslee, breaking dance is a combination of different abilities. The secret is to do all in the right way and in the right time.

10B_ RAUL

5.    Raul has lived in Korea for about 2 years.

6.    Raul is a member of the “Seoul philharmonic orchestra”.

7.    Raul feels pressured by his job.

8.    Audience is, according to Raul, the most important thing for an artist.

10C_ LAUREN

9.    In Korea there aren’t young people studying piano, violin…

10. Being a musician in Korea has a negative connotation.

11. According to Lauren, the audience is able to understand Shakespeare’s theatre in Korean or English.