More ups than downs

This third episode of Mad Dogs and English Teachers is the perfect listen for anyone considering a leap into international education. Hosts Chris and Rob tackle the "jitters" of moving abroad while highlighting why the pros far outweigh the cons.Addressing Sam’s Indonesia Jitters: The hosts respond to a listener’s concerns about moving to Indonesia, offering a grounded and positive perspective on what to actually expect.The Work-Life Balance Myth: Discover why teaching overseas often offers a superior lifestyle compared to the UK, featuring smaller class sizes (some as small as 8 students!) and less administrative burnout.The Global Classroom: Insights into teaching in diverse locations like Myanmar, China, South Korea, and Vietnam, and why students in these regions often show a higher level of respect and appreciation for education.Travel & Adventure: Hear how teaching abroad has allowed the hosts to visit over 90 countries, exploring everywhere from Ethiopia to the Gili Islands during school breaks.The "Beer & Burger" Index: A look at the incredible financial benefits of living in SE Asia, where a night out or a weekly grocery haul costs a fraction of what it does back home.Cultural Immersion: The joy of local markets, learning new languages (like Korean), and forging lifelong friendships in unexpected places like the "Cozy Corner" bar."If you don't like it, you can always leave—but once you experience the freedom and the lifestyle of teaching overseas, you probably won't want to." — RobEpisode Highlights