Episodes

  • Interracial Parenting: Korean vs Mexican Discipline & Raising Twins

    Interracial Parenting: Korean vs Mexican Discipline & Raising Twins
    Mar 31 2026
    What happens when you’re raising three young kids—including twins—while balancing two different cultures? In Episode 3 of Seoul To My Salsa, Antonio and Kathleen share the honest reality of parenting a five-year-old daughter and twin toddler boys. The conversation explores the chaos, humor, and emotional challenges that come with raising kids while learning how to guide their development. Kathleen reflects on her upbringing in Korea, including martial arts discipline and intense training environments, while Antonio shares stories from growing up in Alaska, where survival skills and accountability shaped everyday life. Together they discuss how those experiences influence their parenting philosophy today and how they hope to raise resilient, capable children. Key Takeaways 🟪 Parenting twins brings unique challenges and dynamics 🟪 Understanding child psychology helps parents respond better 🟪 Discipline and structure build resilience early in life 🟪 Cultural backgrounds shape how parents approach raising children (01:09) Kids' New Superpowers (02:23) Meet the Family (06:06) How Draining Parenting Is (07:22) Parenting Tips (08:40) The Cousin in Argentina (11:13) Reframing Bad Behavior as Growth (12:01) Having Twins (17:57) Value In Moving Around (19:09) Alaska Vs LA (27:11) Discipline In Taekwondo (33:40) Bootcamp (36:26) Discipline In Alaska (38:59) What About a Bootcamp for our Daughter? (42:30) Disciplining Kids (45:59) Describe Each Kid in Three Words (51:08) Letting Your Sons Go (54:59) What Do You Wish for the Kids? (57:58) Happy Couples Are Hard to Find (01:00:33) Dad's Wishes For Kids 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes of Seoul To My Salsa—real conversations about intercultural marriage, parenting, relationships, and navigating Korean and Mexican culture under one roof.
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Culture Makes Marriage Harder and Better

    Culture Makes Marriage Harder and Better
    Mar 24 2026
    What happens when Korean and Mexican cultures collide inside one marriage? In Episode 2 of Seoul To My Salsa, Antonio and Kathleen explore the cultural differences that shape everyday life—from food and family traditions to communication styles and social expectations. The conversation dives into Korean academic pressure, Mexican work ethic, cultural misunderstandings in language, and the surprising ways food and music become bridges between cultures. This episode mixes humor and insight as Antonio and Kathleen reflect on what it really means to build a relationship across two very different cultural backgrounds. Key Takeaways 🟪 Cultural habits shape how people communicate and connect 🟪 Korean culture emphasizes discipline, hierarchy, and education 🟪 Mexican culture celebrates resilience, work ethic, and family traditions 🟪 Learning other cultures builds empathy and perspective (00:00) Intro (01:17) Marriage Culture Chaos (01:44) Cultural Differences (05:44) Korean Academic Pressure (08:55) Social Hierarchies and Cultural Observations (12:44) Food and Cultural Exchange (19:46) Drinking Cultures (23:05) Music and Personal Tastes (29:55) Cultural Communication Differences (37:54) Understanding "Han" and Work Ethic (45:10) Appreciating Cultural Differences 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes of Seoul To My Salsa—real conversations about intercultural marriage, parenting, relationships, and navigating Korean and Mexican culture under one roof.
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    49 mins
  • How a Korean & Latino Met: Intercultural Marriage & Dating

    How a Korean & Latino Met: Intercultural Marriage & Dating
    Mar 17 2026
    What happens when two completely different cultures collide in a relationship? In the pilot episode of Seoul To My Salsa, Antonio and Kathleen share the story of how they met on a dark street in Reno and how that chance meeting turned into marriage and a growing family. This episode explores dating with intention, cultural differences between Korean and Latino families, the realities of raising twins, and what it means to build a life together across two very different backgrounds. The conversation also dives into parenting lessons, family expectations, and how commitment grows when both partners stop playing games and choose honesty. Key Takeaways 🟪 Intentional dating changes how you approach relationships 🟪 Cultural differences can create friction but also growth 🟪 Commitment requires honesty about your intentions 🟪 Parenting multiples is a completely different experience 🟪 Family dynamics shape how we view relationships 🟪 Marriage works when both people stop playing games (00:00) Intro (02:36) How We Met: A Street Encounter (03:53) First Impressions and Early Dates (06:35) Cultural Differences (14:40) Intentions and Commitment (25:36) Motherhood and Raising Kids (28:38) Lessons From Parenthood (32:48) Exploring Mixed Heritage (34:46) Having More Kids (36:31) Cultural Differences in Affection (43:20) Acceptance in Different Cultures (45:24) Parental Intuition and Protection (56:24) When He Feels Most Loved (57:23) Lessons From Marriage (01:00:57) Choosing To Be A Stay-at-Home Mom (01:03:53) The Importance of Personal Development (01:06:14) Being In The Same Boat In Marriage 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes of Seoul To My Salsa — real conversations about intercultural marriage, parenting, relationships, and navigating Korean and Mexican culture under one roof.
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    1 hr and 7 mins