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Q&A: The Importance of TESOL, CELTA, and Teacher Certifications

A follow up another Q&A topic dealing with what major is best for teaching English abroad? What Certification is best? The topic of certifications is a vast array of choices. There are … [Read more...]

Q&A: Best Major for Teaching English Abroad

I receive many questions through both my YouTube channel and Red Dragon Diaries blog. I get a bit of everything, but some of the important questions regarding teaching English abroad center around … [Read more...]

My Video Covered on “Korea Today: Arirang Issue” Viral Video T.V. Show

It never seems to amaze me - the power of social networking. Back in 2012 a brief video I did of my judo instructor eventually spread throughout Korea and landed him on a national cable TV variety … [Read more...]

A Unique Bus Stop Flea Market in Korea

I'm fortunate to have been in Korea going on three years now. I've seen a lot of things, eaten a lot of things, and learned a lot of things. Sometimes I just go through my daily routines forgetting … [Read more...]

Judo Throws Taught by Korean 7th Dan Master

Wow! It's been nearly a year since I first posted judo video tutorials by my 7th dan instructor. I don't know why I haven't done more. I literally walked into one of the coolest situations a judoka … [Read more...]

I Watched Korean Girls Eat on YouTube

I don’t even remember how I was tipped off on this story, but apparently there is this strange craze in South Korea where people tune in to watch girls eat food.  This shouldn’t be a huge surprise … [Read more...]

7 Ways South Korea Rules the World

CNN just recently did an article called, “10 things Korea does better than anywhere else”.  Some of the things I can’t confirm, but I can say that 7 of them are definitely spot on. The first one … [Read more...]

This is Why Koreans Are THINNER Than Americans

You're probably wondering whether or not you want to travel to a country like Korea to teach English. If you do decide, you're probably going to wonder about things like bills, transportation, how to … [Read more...]

On “2.5 Oyajis” with YouTube’s Japan Vlogging King, Gimmeaflakeman

If you are interested in traveling and teaching in either Korea or Japan, your search will ultimately lead you to Gimmeaflakeman.  Victor is possibly the most recognizable figure in J-vlogging, so it … [Read more...]

Weight Training and the Curious Case of Korean Gyms

Your body is going to change when you come to Korea.  It may be for the better or worse, but it will change.  The food is different and your lifestyle will change and somehow the combination of these … [Read more...]