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Tales from Kevin
by Kevin O'Shea
Hosted by Kevin O’Shea. A mix of stories, thoughts, and experiences from a life lived in many places. Whimsical tales from a man from Canada with fingers and toes in many countries.
Episodes
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Surgery Again!!!! - Badminton, Vlogging and Bad Air
In this episode, Kevin talks about Autumn coming to Xi’an, China, some yucky air pollution, and badminton tournaments. He also talks about another surgery….AGAIN! Yup, the second hernia repair in one year. Once this is done, no more heavy strength training!!!! Kevin also remembers his father…
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Badminton Gear and Old Chinese Villages
In this episode, Kevin chats about being upgrading his son’s badminton racket to a Yonex, filming vlogs for YouTube, exploring an abandoned shopping center and wandering through old Chinese villages. The Expat “week in the life” podcast by a Canadian creative and educator living in China with his...
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Golden Week and Chanel Mini-cars in China
In this episode, Kevin chats about being on holiday in China for Golden Week and studying at Queen’s University again. He also talks about picking up a new camera for vlogging and content creation. The Expat “week in the life” podcast by a Canadian creative and educator living in China with his...
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Everybody’s Working for the Weekend…in China!
The Expat “week in the life” podcast by a Canadian creative and educator living in China with his Japanese/Canadian family! Long Weekends and Upcoming Holidays in China Mid-Autumn Festival / Tsukimi Local Folks Working all the Time Weight Loss Journey Content Creation NEW FREE NEWSLETTER!...
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Osaka Concerts, Festivals in China and Ghost Stories
Tales from Kevin - The Expat Diary Podcast of a Canadian calling Asia Home for the Past 24 Years Hospitals in China and Insurance Scams Hantu - Dead Air Podcast guest K-Pop Concert in Osaka International Festival in China Weight loss journey Newsletter goodness Boxing event in China NEW FREE...
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Kevin is Missing
After 3 weeks of no podcast, Kevin is back! He was missing, but not really lost. Kevin talks about getting back into the routine of school after the summer holiday, supernatural things, exploring Chinese villages by bicycle, losing weight, family heading to Osaka, and arm wrestling! NEW FREE...
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Back to Reality - Summer Holiday is Done
The trip to Japan was great and after a few relaxing weeks in Xi’an, China it’s time to get back to work. Join Kevin as he cycles around the cicada filled streets of Xi’an. China talking about expat life abroad, parenting, podcasting and real estate speculation! The Expat “week in the life”…
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Summer in Japan Part 2 - Prisons and Shrines
Nara Prison Museum Nara Deer and Todaiji Akashi Japan and Education Memories Ise Jingu (Ise Grand Shrine) Writing the Supernatural Japan Book in Xi’an Getting ready for work The Expat “week in the life” podcast by a Canadian creative and educator living in China with his Japanese/Canadian family!...
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Japan Time Part 1 - Love Shrines, Rock Ships and Korea Town
In this episode, Kevin talks about the first part of his 3-week trip to Japan: Love Shrines and Ghosts Vintage Camera Purchase Rock Ship of Masuda Osaka Korea Town K-pop and Podcasts More about the big trip later this week! The Expat “week in the life” podcast by a Canadian creative and educator...
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Trip Countdown to Japan
Plans for the upcoming trip to Japan. The summer heat is here. Shopping in Chinese shopping malls Long-distance walking. Creating Japanese history video content The Expat “week in the life” podcast by a Canadian creative and educator living in China with his Japanese/Canadian family! Facebook...
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Father’s Day in China and RAIN!
The school year has come to an end, and Kevin is finally on summer holidays. Lots to do and talk about! Travel to Japan, making content, podcasting, and of course, Father’s Day! The Expat “week in the life” podcast by a Canadian creative and educator living in China with his Japanese/Canadian...
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We’re off to see the Wizard
The Wizard of Oz and my daughter Walking in wide open expanses End of School Year China to Japan Too many smokers Writing a book The Expat “week in the life” podcast by a Canadian creative and educator living in China with his Japanese/Canadian family! Facebook Group:...
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Coffee, Pizza, Boxing and More……
Another week comes and goes in Xi’an, China. Kevin talks about the upcoming holiday, the end of the school year, amazing pizza, affordable coffee, and some great news for his main podcast! The Expat “week in the life” podcast by a Canadian creative and educator living in China with his...
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BIG Beautiful Park and Japan
In this week’s episode, Kevin chats about the end of the school year approaching, hunkering down and waiting out play rehearsals, and LOTS of summer plans in Osaka and the area. He even takes you along for a lovely walk in a more than lovely park! Life in China and summer in Japan. The Expat…
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Walks, Osaka Summer and China Life
Travel plans for the summer in Osaka, Japan. A big Osaka Loop Line Walk and plans to visit the mysterious Rock Ship of Masuda. Kevin also chats about not-so-exiting walks and in his pretty sterile neighborhood, as well as podcast plans. The Expat “week in the life” podcast by a Canadian creative...
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Mysteries & Monsters
Lots going on as spring changes to summer in Xi’an, China. Temperatures will soon be near 40C and Kevin is getting his steps in. Plans to spend summer in Canada were sadly postponed, but Kevin and family will travel to Osaka, Japan for most of the month of July. Kevin was just a guest on the...
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The Shrine Was Closed But the Walk Was Nice
This week sees a 4-day weekend as China celebrates May Day (Labor Day) and there are now two teenagers living in my house. Some weekend plans, Supernatural Japan podcast talk and another weekend long walk. This time I ventured to a shrine that ended up being closed, but it took me to a very...
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BIG Weekend Walk and a 1400 Year-old Temple
Kevin chats about his wife and daughter having to go to Beijing on a “passport run.” They met with former colleagues in Beijing while Kevin and his son hung out in Xi’an. Podcast talk and some thoughts on how the way we talk can change the longer we live abroad. One Saturday, Kevin walked almost...
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4-Leaf Clover Explosion in China
Kevin chats about being back in the homeroom teaching saddle in China and how demanding it is. He also chats about finding boatloads of lucky clovers, being stared at by everyone walking past, haunted houses in Japan, and heading to the mountains on the weekend. The Expat “week in the life”…
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Spring Break, Weezer and Sobriety
The Expat “week in the life” podcast by a Canadian creative and educator living in China with his Japanese/Canadian family! In this episode, Kevin chats about getting back while recovering from surgery, covering maternity leave, spring break, exploring his neighborhood, coffee, and 4 years of...
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Fires are Burning, But Don't Cough!
The week in the life of a long-term Canadian expat living in Asia. Kevi continues his recovery from surgery and cannot afford to cough. That's hard when people are burning "money" in the streets! Kevin talks about spring holidays, passports, religious ceremonies he doesn't understand, and more....
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Hospital Adventure in China! EEEk!
Kevin talks about a hospital stay that was strange, odd, and much longer than he expected! What's it like to have surgery in a foreign country? What's it like to have surgery in China? He's back home recovering and working on the Supernatural Japan podcast. What's it like to be a long-term expat...
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Off to the Hospital I Go!
It’s back to work after a nice Chinese New Year holiday in Xi’an, China. Kevin discusses a little about his first week back at work, the Supernatural Japan Podcast, and the frustrations of packages being delivered or not. He even mentions his upcoming surgery in China next week. Not something…
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The Coughing Episode
The second and last week of the Chinese New Year holiday is for Kevin in China. This week we’ve been tourists in Xi’an. We explored the New Year's displays atop the Xi’an City Wall. We also visited the UNESCO World Heritage site, the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda. I’ve also been working a lot on my...
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SUSHI!
In this lively new episode of Tales from Kevin, the holidays officially begin as Kevin shares stories from a packed week abroad, including his mysterious neck injury, a fascinating Metro shopping trip (think Sam’s Club, Germany-style), and an adventure through the Old City of Xi’an—complete with…
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Friday the 13th in China!
Life and times of a Canadian expat, educator, and creative, living in Asia for 24 years. In episode 34, Kevin talks about the Chinese New Year holiday, travel plans, podcast plans, burgers, BeyBlades, and more! Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BW5YUUKVs/?mibextid=wwXIfr…
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Demons, Antiques and French Fries - Ep 33
Life and times of a Canadian expat, educator and creative, living in Asia for 24 years. Thanks for the Praise Datang Xishi Antiques Market YouTube videos about teaching abroad Setsubun celebrations Gardening book Talent Show Everything 80s Podcast IKEA kids Climbing Facebook Group:...
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Making Lemonade from Lemons in China - Ep 32
Life and times of a Canadian expat, educator and creative, living in Asia for almost 24 years. Pollution and masks Soccer disappointment Chinese New Year coming Paranormal Podcast interview Kiddo Climbing Evergreen content Join the Podcast Facebook Group!...
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Giant Wild Geese! - Ep 31
Life and times of a Canadian expat, educator and creative, living in Asia for almost 24 years. A week flying buy Air so thick its GROSS Soccer tryouts Talent shows Podcast BIG week next week? UNESCO Heritage touring Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jlandkev...
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Southern Gothic, Hot Pot and Experiencing History - Ep 30
Life and times of a Canadian expat, educator, and creative, living in Asia for almost 24 years. Southern Gothic Interview Growing my main podcast Parenting things Kobe Earthquake Anniversary Hot Pot FTW! Chinese New Year Plans Visiting historic places in person Building a website Bad air sucks!...
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Collecting Memories and Scoffing at Privacy - Ep 29
Lots happening in the life of this long-term Canadian expat living in Xi’an, China, and who’s been living in Malaysia, Japan, and Korea. Settling into post-holiday life BIG podcast guest Documenting family memories People in China don’t care about privacy Fitness and content creation Instagram:...
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Wonderful Osaka, Japan - Ep 28
Life and times of a Canadian expat, educator, and creative, living in Asia for almost 24 years. Exploring Chidoribashi (Osaka) Getting sick during holiday travel Paranormal hiking with Phil Jackson Tourist restrictions Lafcadio Hearn Kohaku - New Year's Eve Hatsumode and Osechi Traveling back to...
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Winter Holiday is NOW! - Ep 27
Lots happening in the life of this long-term Canadian expat living in Xi’an, China, and who’s been living in Malaysia, Japan, and Korea. Last week of school - Christmas sweaters from TaoBao Son is recovering from influenza. All Supernatural Japan episodesare ready to go One new Just Japan Classic...
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They Canceled Our Flights to Japan! - Ep 26
Life and times of a Canadian expat, educator, and creative, living in Asia for almost 24 years. Canceled flights and new flights Influenza in the House Putting on the Ritz Hospitals and medicine Stop over in Seoul What to do in Japan? Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jlandkev BlueSky:...
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Not Many Expats in This Neck of the Woods - EP 25
Life and times of a Canadian expat, educator, and creative, living in Asia for almost 24 years. Basketball tournaments TOO much air pollution Lack of expat diversity Winter travel KFC for Christmas in Japan Podcasting updates Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jlandkev BlueSky:...
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I’m the podcast GUEST and Empty Nest Reflections - Ep 24
Lots happening in the life of this long-term Canadian expat living in Xi’an, China. Appearing on the Paranormal Podcast Boxing Kids are away for the week Sandstorms in China The Outdoor Education Podcast Winter holiday in Japan Lots of spooky podcasting Instagram…
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Kendama, Boxing and a Week Without Walls - Ep 23
The diary of a Canadian educator and creative living in Asia for decades! South Korea, Japan, China, Malaysia and more! More boxing news Heating season in China means pollution Podcast cool Kendama World Cup in Japan Wedding Anniversary Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jlandkev BlueSky:...
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That Little Spotify Wow Boost!- Ep 22
The diary of a Canadian educator and creative living in Asia for decades! South Korea, Japan, China, Malaysia, and more! Winning Championships Interviewing writers POLLUTION Spotify mystery listeners! Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jlandkev BlueSky:...
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Halloweening in Different Countries - Ep 21
Tales From Kevin Podcast The diary of a Canadian educator and creative living in Asia for decades! Halloween Trick or Treating Boxing Gardening Book - 1st draft complete Volleyball and podcasts Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jlandkev BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/madformaple.bsky.social…
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The Pollution is Soupy - Ep 20
Follow the life of a Canadian long-term expat living in Asia. Where is he now? Living in China. Previously, Malaysia, China, Japan and South Korea. Shanghai Sports DJI Mic Minis Pollution Season in China Supernatural Encounters in South Korea Outdoor Education Podcast Guest (me) Friends visiting...
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Dealing with Loss from Abroad - Ep 19
What's happening in the life of a long-term Canadian expat living in China? ✅ My dad's birthday - loss as an expat ✅ Canadian Thanksgiving meal ✅ my daughter in the dorm ✅ the fun of PE ✅ uploading supernatural Japan episodes ✅ winning volleyball - Hanova game ✅ weekend plans? - podcasting -...
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Blame it on the Rain - Ep 18
What's happening this week with a Canadian Expat in Asia! Listen to the weekly diary of a Canadian Expat living in China who has also lived throughout Asia. ✅ Non-stop holiday rain ✅ Dorm challenge and Shanghai volleyball ✅ Inner city trip - Old Market and Muslim Quarter ✅ PE teacher for 2 weeks…
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Booked Tickets to Japan! - Ep 17
A little shorter this week, but sounds nicer. Mid-Autumn Festival in China New microphone and mixing board Trips to malls Metro Winter Holiday in Osaka Volleyball YouTube Algorithm SUCKS Fitness and eating Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jlandkev BlueSky:...
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Terracotta Army and Broken Air Conditioners - Ep 16
What’s happening this week? ✅ Counting down to October break ✅ Broken Air Conditioners ✅ Armwrestling ✅ Supernatural Podcasting ✅ Terracotta Army tour Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jlandkev BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/madformaple.bsky.social X: https://x.com/MadForMaple YouTube:...
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Cold Weather, Festivals and Sore Elbows - Ep 15
What's happening in Xi'an, China, with Kevin? International School festivals Colder Weather Late shipments of stuff.... Exercise Varsity Volleyball Almost a holiday Winter in Japan! Check out my new Substack! https://kevinosheacanada.substack.com/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jlandkev...
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Fatigue, Markets and Almost Some Terracotta Warriors - Ep 14
It's another busy week to catch up on. My son had his first varsity volleyball game (forgot to mention in the podcast. Checked out a very cool local market. Struggling with some fatigue as I settle into a new place, job, and life, and almost went to see the famed Teracotta Army today. Listen to…
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Writing a Kid's Book, Burger Dreams and Fitness - Ep 13
We're back again! Another week goes by in Xi'an, China. I'm getting used to a new job, a new school, and new expectations—some observations about Grandparents caring for kids in this part of China. I also planted some herbs, have been thinking about a school garden, and am trying to write a young...
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The Next Chapter Starts in China...Again - Ep 12
Kevin is back after almost a year's absence—thoughts on so many moves. Kevin and his family have moved from Malaysia back to China for work—this time to Xi’an, China. Kevin discusses the ongoing transition, the various positive developments, and shares a bit about his other podcasts. New…
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Supernatural Japan Podcast
Supernatural Japan is a spine-chilling podcast that explores Japan’s darkest legends, real-life hauntings, mysterious urban myths, and forgotten folklore. Hosted by educator and storyteller Kevin O’Shea, each episode takes listeners deep into ghost stories, haunted places, yokai, and true crime...
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High Hopes and a Kid Who Hated Music
Kevin is back after a forced hiatus! He’s got another heartwarming story about being a teacher and the kids you meet. Adrian was a kid who hated music. This made Music class a challenge for him and the teachers. One day, 5-year-old Adrian had a fateful encounter with a Panic at the Disco track…
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