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Sauna Rooms to Couch Surfing in Korea -guest Julian Switala (Ep 12)

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Paul is back from vacation and Dee is off on his.  This episode, Julian Switala sits down at the table with Scott and Paul to talk about his stays in Sauna Rooms and couch surfing here in Korea.  Julian also brings up his travels and some funny stories along the way.  Plus what's going on in Changwon this coming week and a whole lot more! Show notes, links, and more at our website.

First published

09/23/2015

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Duration

56 minutes

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K-PoD: Life In Korea

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Episode Description

Paul is back from vacation and Dee is off on his.  This episode, Julian Switala sits down at the table with Scott and Paul to talk about his stays in Sauna Rooms and couch surfing here in Korea.  Julian also brings up his travels and some funny stories along the way.  Plus what's going on in Changwon this coming week and a whole lot more!

Show notes, links, and more at our website.

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