Ep. 17 - Eating What Is Given (ft. Austin)

🎙️ Almost Korean Podcast | Episode 17: Eating What Is Given (ft. Austin)

Welcome back to Almost Korean Podcast! 🇰🇷🇺🇸 In Episode 17, Gibson and Tae sit down with Austin, the creator behind @EatingwhatisGiven to talk about his journey to Korea, his life outside of content creation, and how he unexpectedly built a following through food content and cultural experiences.

What started as simply documenting meals and experiences turned into a platform that highlights Korean food, hospitality, and the connections built around sharing a table.

👇 In this episode you’ll hear:

• How Austin first came to Korea and what kept him here 🇰🇷

• His actual profession as a KAIST professor

• How Eating What Is Given started and grew organically 🍜

• Why Korean food culture is about more than just eating

• Experiences filming local restaurants, hidden gems, and everyday meals

• The balance between living life and creating content online

• Honest conversations about culture, community, and navigating Korea as a foreigner

Austin’s content focuses on embracing experiences as they come — trying new foods, meeting new people, and appreciating the stories behind everyday meals. His channel has connected with viewers through its authentic and grounded approach to Korean food and culture.

Whether you’re into food content, life in Korea, or hearing how creators build communities through shared experiences — this episode is packed with great stories and real conversation.

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🌐 Check Out Austin / Eating What Is Given

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EatingwhatisGiven

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eatingwhatisgiven

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eatingwhatisgiven

🥖 Austin's Grandfather's Bratwurst sold in Korea: https://www.andyskorea.co.kr/sausage/?idx=13https://smartstore.naver.com/thedutchhouse/products/5906408078

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