Good Morning Thailand - Episode 168

Are there 'VIP ROOMS' in Thai prisons? | GMT This week's episode of the talkshow is sure to be an interesting one. We'll be discussing the controversial Thai horror movie that filmmakers are demanding censors reverse their decision on. We'll also be discussing the Department of Corrections' denial of the existence of 'VIP rooms' in Thai prisons. We'll also be discussing the upcoming Pattaya Music Festival 2023 at Jomtien beach this weekend, and how school wear can promote the kingdom. Finally, we'll be discussing pricey power bills and whether they are expected to ease. Tune in to this week's episode of the talkshow to get the full story on these topics and more. Welcome to the most magical place in Thailand - 'CARNIVAL MAGIC': https://www.carnivalmagic.fun Check out our podcast with Gregory Pickett: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OU0pB7RWUAs&t=0s Ad-free website, 3 months free for subscribers and members: https://thethaiger.com/?youtube=membe... Join our podcast: https://forms.gle/HWHjJudjApKECnVD7 For sponsoring GMT or any business inquiries, please get in touch with us here: info@thethaiger.com For sponsoring GMT or any business inquiries, please get in touch with us here: info@thethaiger.com BROWSE to read the latest news: https://thethaiger.com 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to be notified of new content: https://www.youtube.com/thethaiger 📢 ADVERTISE on The Thaiger: https://thethaiger.com/advertise 💬 THAIGER TALK FORUM to discuss news stories: https://thethaiger.com/talk/ 📧 EMAIL for our daily newsletter: https://thethaiger.com/subscribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/good-morning-thailand/message

10 Maalis 202332min

TAT expects 6 million tourists from Europe | GMT Thailand news has been making headlines recently. A man was charged for threatening and kidnapping his ex-girlfriend, while a billionaire's son denied allegations of biting a woman's genitals. Chinese tourists could be fined for wearing Thai student uniforms. In addition, desperate elephants have been fleeing massive forest fires in eastern Thailand. On a more positive note, pink trumpet trees have been decorating a park in the middle of Bangkok. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is anticipating 6 million European visitors this year. All of these news stories show the diversity of the country and the potential for growth in the tourism industry. Welcome to the most magical place in Thailand - 'CARNIVAL MAGIC': https://www.carnivalmagic.fun Check out our podcast with TichaKanticha: https://youtu.be/pjPE1LaOct0 Ad-free website, 3 months free for subscribers and members: https://thethaiger.com/?youtube=membership Join our podcast: https://forms.gle/HWHjJudjApKECnVD7 For sponsoring GMT or any business inquiries, please get in touch with us here: info@thethaiger.com For sponsoring GMT or any business inquiries, please get in touch with us here: info@thethaiger.com BROWSE to read the latest news: https://thethaiger.com 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to be notified of new content: https://www.youtube.com/thethaiger 📢 ADVERTISE on The Thaiger: https://thethaiger.com/advertise 💬 THAIGER TALK FORUM to discuss news stories: https://thethaiger.com/talk/ 📧 EMAIL for our daily newsletter: https://thethaiger.com/subscribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/good-morning-thailand/message

9 Maalis 202316min

Suvarnabhumi Airport passengers advised to arrive 3 hours before departure | GMT This summary covers the latest news from Thailand. Thai police have summoned the "sadistic" son of a billionaire who allegedly bit the genitals of his date. Passengers travelling through Suvarnabhumi Airport are advised to arrive at least three hours before departure. Pattaya is hosting the Indian Holi Festival of Colours, and Thai netizens are calling out a sentence for tiger killers as too lenient. Arctic Monkeys will be performing in Bangkok, and the Thai navy has busted an umbrella operator for beach encroachment in Phuket. This summary of Thailand news highlights the diverse stories of the country. Welcome to the most magical place in Thailand - 'CARNIVAL MAGIC': https://www.carnivalmagic.fun Check out our podcast with TichaKanticha: https://youtu.be/pjPE1LaOct0 Ad-free website, 3 months free for subscribers and members: https://thethaiger.com/?youtube=membership Join our podcast: https://forms.gle/HWHjJudjApKECnVD7 For sponsoring GMT or any business inquiries, please get in touch with us here: info@thethaiger.com For sponsoring GMT or any business inquiries, please get in touch with us here: info@thethaiger.com BROWSE to read the latest news: https://thethaiger.com 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to be notified of new content: https://www.youtube.com/thethaiger 📢 ADVERTISE on The Thaiger: https://thethaiger.com/advertise 💬 THAIGER TALK FORUM to discuss news stories: https://thethaiger.com/talk/ 📧 EMAIL for our daily newsletter: https://thethaiger.com/subscribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/good-morning-thailand/message

8 Maalis 202317min

1 in 10 Thai kids clinically obese, will they be the fattest generation yet? | GMT A recent court ruling in Thailand saw five poachers jailed for killing and skinning two Bengal tigers. This news has been welcomed by animal rights activists and conservationist groups, who hope that this ruling will act as a deterrent for future poaching activities. Meanwhile, a recent study has shown that 1 in 10 Thai children is clinically obese. If this trend continues, this generation of children may be the fattest yet. Experts are calling on the government to take steps to combat this issue, such as encouraging healthier eating habits and more physical activity. Overall, these stories demonstrate the range of news topics that have been dominating headlines in Thailand this week. From the jailing of poachers and the rise in obesity among children, to the grand opening of the new Cloud Nine mall, Welcome to the most magical place in Thailand - 'CARNIVAL MAGIC': https://www.carnivalmagic.fun Check out our podcast with TichaKanticha: https://youtu.be/pjPE1LaOct0 Ad-free website, 3 months free for subscribers and members: https://thethaiger.com/?youtube=membership Join our podcast: https://forms.gle/HWHjJudjApKECnVD7 For sponsoring GMT or any business inquiries, please get in touch with us here: info@thethaiger.com For sponsoring GMT or any business inquiries, please get in touch with us here: info@thethaiger.com BROWSE to read the latest news: https://thethaiger.com 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to be notified of new content: https://www.youtube.com/thethaiger 📢 ADVERTISE on The Thaiger: https://thethaiger.com/advertise 💬 THAIGER TALK FORUM to discuss news stories: https://thethaiger.com/talk/ 📧 EMAIL for our daily newsletter: https://thethaiger.com/subscribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/good-morning-thailand/message

7 Maalis 202316min

Thailand wins award for ‘Best Tourist Country’ | GMT This Thailand news summary includes a variety of stories. The Indian community in Thailand is pushing for a Holi Festival near Pattaya Beach. In response to the pandemic, Hong Kong has launched a free airline ticket giveaway to reboot tourism. Additionally, Thailand recently won an award for ‘Best Tourist Country’ at the World Travel Awards in Sweden. Thai model, Ticha Kanticha, has been promoting sex-ed and positivity in Thai society. Lastly, a Ladyboy in Phuket recently stole an English tourist’s gold necklace. This Thailand news summary highlights just a few of the stories that have been making news in the area recently. Welcome to the most magical place in Thailand - 'CARNIVAL MAGIC': https://www.carnivalmagic.fun Check out our podcast with TichaKanticha: https://youtu.be/pjPE1LaOct0 Ad-free website, 3 months free for subscribers and members: https://thethaiger.com/?youtube=membership Join our podcast: https://forms.gle/HWHjJudjApKECnVD7 For sponsoring GMT or any business inquiries, please get in touch with us here: info@thethaiger.com BROWSE to read the latest news: https://thethaiger.com 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to be notified of new content: https://www.youtube.com/thethaiger 📢 ADVERTISE on The Thaiger: https://thethaiger.com/advertise 💬 THAIGER TALK FORUM to discuss news stories: https://thethaiger.com/talk/ 📧 EMAIL for our daily newsletter: https://thethaiger.com/subscribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/good-morning-thailand/message

7 Maalis 202330min

American soldier dies at Cobra Gold military exercise in Thailand | GMT This week's episode of the talkshow is packed with exciting and interesting stories from Thailand. A tourist has been filmed smoking a blunt while riding an elephant, a rare celestial event will be visible in the Thai skies for the next few nights, and a group of 50 elephants have caused destruction to 2000 rai of crops. Additionally, an American soldier has died at the Cobra Gold military exercise, and expensive flights to Thailand have become too hot for Chinese mainland mainstream. Tune in to the talkshow to hear more about these stories and more. Welcome to the most magical place in Thailand - 'CARNIVAL MAGIC': https://www.carnivalmagic.fun Check out our podcast with TichaKanticha: https://youtu.be/pjPE1LaOct0 Ad-free website, 3 months free for subscribers and members: https://thethaiger.com/?youtube=membership Join our podcast: https://forms.gle/HWHjJudjApKECnVD7 For sponsoring GMT or any business inquiries, please get in touch with us here: info@thethaiger.com BROWSE to read the latest news: https://thethaiger.com 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to be notified of new content: https://www.youtube.com/thethaiger 📢 ADVERTISE on The Thaiger: https://thethaiger.com/advertise 💬 THAIGER TALK FORUM to discuss news stories: https://thethaiger.com/talk/ 📧 EMAIL for our daily newsletter: https://thethaiger.com/subscribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/good-morning-thailand/message

2 Maalis 202315min

Thailand alcohol consumption is down 2% | GMT This week on the talkshow, we discuss the need for the government to ban 'sly' alcohol ads, a Thai man who printed a banner thanking the court for imprisoning his sons for 33 years, the Alcoholic Drink Control Act which has reduced drinking by 2%, and Cambodia denying demanding a huge fee from Thailand for SEA Games broadcast rights. We will also discuss the Alcoholic Drink Control Act which has reduced drinking by 2%, and Cambodia's denial of demanding a huge fee from Thailand for SEA Games broadcast rights. Our panel of experts will provide insight into the implications of these issues and discuss potential solutions. Tune in to the talkshow this week to hear more about these important issues and to get the latest updates on the government's response. Welcome to the most magical place in Thailand - 'CARNIVAL MAGIC': https://www.carnivalmagic.fun Check out our podcast with TichaKanticha: https://youtu.be/pjPE1LaOct0 Ad-free website, 3 months free for subscribers and members: https://thethaiger.com/?youtube=membership Join our podcast: https://forms.gle/HWHjJudjApKECnVD7 For sponsoring GMT or any business inquiries, please get in touch with us here: info@thethaiger.com BROWSE to read the latest news: https://thethaiger.com 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to be notified of new content: https://www.youtube.com/thethaiger 📢 ADVERTISE on The Thaiger: https://thethaiger.com/advertise 💬 THAIGER TALK FORUM to discuss news stories: https://thethaiger.com/talk/ 📧 EMAIL for our daily newsletter: https://thethaiger.com/subscribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/good-morning-thailand/message

2 Maalis 202332min

Thailand welcomed 2.14 million international tourists last month | GMT This week's episode of the talk show is packed with exciting news from Thailand. With the most motorcyclists in the world, the country is a hub for transportation. The SEA Games broadcasting rights were haggled for a discounted price, while 2.14 million international tourists visited last month. Khao San Road bouncers were warned against the use of violence after one slapped a foreign tourist, while a Thai national park won a prestigious environmental award. Finally, the Baht declined amid volatile markets. Tune in to the talk show to find out more about these stories. Welcome to the most magical place in Thailand - 'CARNIVAL MAGIC': https://www.carnivalmagic.fun Check out our podcast with TichaKanticha: https://youtu.be/pjPE1LaOct0 Ad-free website, 3 months free for subscribers and members: https://thethaiger.com/?youtube=membership Join our podcast: https://forms.gle/HWHjJudjApKECnVD7 For sponsoring GMT or any business inquiries, please get in touch with us here: info@thethaiger.com BROWSE to read the latest news: https://thethaiger.com 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to be notified of new content: https://www.youtube.com/thethaiger 📢 ADVERTISE on The Thaiger: https://thethaiger.com/advertise 💬 THAIGER TALK FORUM to discuss news stories: https://thethaiger.com/talk/ 📧 EMAIL for our daily newsletter: https://thethaiger.com/subscribe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/good-morning-thailand/message

28 Helmi 202318min