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Overview

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  • Fluent in English; learning Chinese (Simplified)
  • 38, Male
  • Member since 2016
  • English Teacher
  • Bachelor's in Psychology
  • From USA
  • Profile 60% complete

About Me

Hi! I've been traveling around Asia for the last three years, teaching here and there as I go. I really enjoy discovering different places, the way people live there and what they think of the world. This has been the best education I could receive, and I hope to continue it while giving some back along the way...

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm on CouchSurfing because it seems like a good way to quickly connect with people who could give me insights into local culture and interests, and maybe even become friends.

Interests

I like bars*, reading, traveling (obviously), movies, politics**, food(!), and just generally seeing new things.

*bars are awesome
**drinking is better

  • culture
  • literature
  • education
  • dining
  • drinking
  • politics
  • movies
  • reading
  • traveling
  • teaching
  • international relations

Music, Movies, and Books

Radiohead, Beck, Fleet Foxes, Lost in Translation, Blade Runner & The Foundation Series, Oryx & Crake, Siddhartha and other philosophical stuff..

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I taught English in China for over a year, and staged a successful, one-man strike when our employer refused to pay us. Being one of only three full-time teachers (with heavy course loads), this compelled my employee to pay us in cash the following day. Victory for workers' rights in China! I think that's pretty amazing.

Teach, Learn, Share

I have a lot to share... I've been studying world politics and diplomacy part-time in pursuit of my master's in international relations and, before that, was in the Air Force for a number of years, which taught me a tremendous amount about people and the way the world functions (and doesn't). I love delving into topics ranging from literature to personal experiences to the future (especially that last one - I'm a huge sci-fi fan).

My short time traveling alone has taught me that it's simply not the best way to see the world... I'm a "people person," and truly need to share these experiences in order to get the most out of them.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'm happy to practice English with you and pay for a few drinks and meals out, in return for your hospitality. I'm a very tidy person, so I'm willing to keep after myself and do a bit of housekeeping as well.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, China, England, France, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Taiwan, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, United States

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