Episodes
I am so excited to let you try out my new program to help you improve your conversational Thai skills by listening to a quick and fun dialogue. If you're a fan of my podcast, this program is made or especially for you. Don't forget to join the waitlist if you're interested in this program.  Transcript of the dialogue 3 https://learn.bananathaischool.com/courses/thai-from-dialoagues/lectures/32429087 Any feedback? Get in touch with me at [email protected]
Published 06/10/21
This episode focused mainly in to help you with Thai sentence structure in the past time. You will learn how to talk in past tense with a good sentence structure with various practical examples.  If you're interested in learning more about tenses in Thai language, please take a look at my Intensive Thai course where you will learn 5 different tense forms with ease. https://learn.bananathaischool.com/p/intensivethai Got feedback? Write me at [email protected]
Published 05/26/21
Many times, you have to be formal and polite especially in a business or professional setting as well as when speaking with a stranger. This podcast will teach you a few steps to become more confident and professional. About BananaThai Visit www.bananathaischool.com or contact me at [email protected] for further information regarding my Thai programs. 
Published 05/13/21
พอ (pohr) means 'enough or sufficient. It's one of the most commonly used words in Thai conversation. In this episode, you will learn how to use พอ properly with 10 colloquial phrases with examples. Got feedback? Write me at [email protected] For more info about BananaThai and online courses, visit www.bananathaischool.com
Published 04/22/21
Songkran is coming. Let's practice Thai listening and learn about the famous Songkran tradition of Thailand. Songkran promotion: Enroll in one course, get one course for free! There are 2 packages to choose from. Contact me at [email protected] for further information. This promo is available only for 7 days (10-16 April). Please be quick and get started with Thai during this long holiday.  About BananaThai The most engaging and fun self-paced programs to learn Thai Website |...
Published 04/12/21
Learn 10 Thai adverbs of frequency to answer the question 'บ่อยไหม' (how often?). Answer the 5 quick quizzes at the end of the podcast and pass it to me at [email protected] or tag me on my social media 'BananaThaiSchool', I will get back to you with correction.
Published 03/15/21
Learn 10 ways to use ก็ - the most common particle used by native Thai speakers. In this episode, you will get an overview of how to use ก็ in a proper sentence and learn with practical examples that you can just use right after this episode. ถ้าคุณชอบ episode นี้ก็อย่าลืมไลค์และแชร์นะคะ This content is part of the Intermediate Thai program. Join the Intermediate Thai learning communities with students from around the world and learn Thai via Zoom with Kru Smuk every Friday at 4:00 pm. Feel...
Published 03/02/21
In the special episode, I invited a Thai teacher (Kru Chom) to be my guest speaker. She was in Thailand's ASQ and she will share her experience and answer all questions related to quarantine in Thailand. Lots of useful Thai phrases are taught in this episode as well. Follow her on social media: Thai by Chom (www.thaibychom.com) And stay tuned for my coming podcasts on Learn Thai GluayGluay Podcast
Published 02/17/21
Let's learn the 5 มุขเสี่ยว to first for your (potential) Valentine's. You will learn these 5 common phrases related to love: ใจตรงกัน รักข้างเดียว โลกสีชมพู ทอดสะพาน and ความรักบังตา. If you enjoy this episode and would like to support me by treating me a dish of Pad Thai, please feel free to contribute at www.paypal.me/bananathai  หวังว่าทุกคนจะชอบบทเรียนนี้นะคะ Much love, Kru Smuk www.bananathaischool.com
Published 02/08/21
It's very common to ask your friends or colleagues about the weekend. It's a great way to start a small talk and keep in touch with people. In this podcast, you will learn how to ask about the weekend and respond to it with ease. Clear explanations and various examples are provided.  Want to improve your Thai? Check out my online courses on https://learn.bananathaischool.com/ Or treat me a meal of Pad Gaprao as support. https://www.paypal.me/bananathai
Published 02/02/21
Yes, I am back on my Podcast Channel! Thank you for your emails to catch up with me when I was away. คิดถึงครูใช่ไหมล่ะ :) In this episode, I will tell you a story of my holidays abroad. You will be practicing your Thai listening from the story. The level will be intermediate level - not easy and not too difficult.  Please feel free to keep in touch with me by email at krumsmuk@bananathaischool. Share with me your tips to keep motivated with Thai or to get started with Thai. I have plenty of...
Published 01/26/21
Loy Krathong day is already tomorrow. (Oct 31, 2020) Let's learn Thai at the same time learn to participate in this Thai tradition mindfully with 5 tips to ลอยกระทง sustainably!  Plus I will be hosting a FB Live to celebrate and learn about Loy Krathong on Saturday 31s of Oct at 1pm. Please join me at www.facebook.com/bananathaischool
Published 10/30/20
The annual festival of eating vegetarian food and practicing Buddhist rules (aka เทศกาลกินเจ) in Thailand has just started. Let's talk about how it is and what rules and practices need to be followed in this episode.  Got feedback? Write to me at [email protected]
Published 10/19/20
This episode is useful but at the same time, disgusting because I will be talking about "Poopoo". Expand your vocabulary with the word ขี้ (kîi) that literally means 'shit' and 'waste'. It can also be a prefix of adjectives for personality.  Got feedback or want to request any topics that you'd like me to talk about in the coming episode? Please feel free to contact me at [email protected] or check out my online Thai courses on http://bananathaischool.com. Do not forget to follow...
Published 10/06/20
ให้ hai means to give but it can also mean to allow. Besides, it can be used with a couple of verbs as a preposition. Listen to this podcast practice listening to a story full of ให้ hai. Feel free to drop me an email at [email protected] to ask any questions, seek for assistant or share what you'd like to hear in the next episodes.
Published 09/28/20
I will introduce you to 10 common Thai personalities (Good/Bad) to help you understand Thais better and know how to live together with us.  Share your ideas about Thai personalities you noticed on Apple Podcast, I will get back to you very soon.
Published 09/21/20
Advance Level* ใจ (jai) means 'heart' in Thai and is the word that is part of many compound words. Let's guess the words and share your favorite one with me at [email protected].
Published 09/14/20
It's been a while, Kru Smuk is back on BananaThai Podcast! Let's catch up with these 5 common phrases to talk to your old friends. Share your ideas or feedback at [email protected].
Published 08/24/20
Talking about physical appearance and personality can be challenging. There are a few words you should avoid saying to Thais. I will also suggest replacements that is more positive and pleasant to hear. How do you like this topic? Drop an email at [email protected] 
Published 06/23/20
One of the most entertaining ways to learn Thai is to learn from a Thai song. Today I would like to introduce you to a famous song สักวันฉันจะดีพอ (sák-wan chãn jà dii-poor) and teach you essential Thai words. If you'd like to learn a full song, join the Weekly Thai Group on http://learn.bananathaischool.com/p/bananathailive. Only 200 baht/month to learn Thai via Zoom with me every Friday at 4:00 pm. 
Published 06/10/20
Many of my students planned to move to Thailand or already moved to Thailand after retirement. So I would help you improve your Thai listening skill in the topic of เกษียนอายุ (gà-sǐan aa-yú) story of Susan. What about you? Are you planning to move to Thailand after retirement as well? 
Published 06/01/20
To speak Thai naturally and sound like a native, you must learn Thai particles (mostly is placed at the end of a sentence). Words with no meaning but they imply big expressive tones and emotions. To join a Zoom lesson this Friday on the topic of 5 Thai particles (part2), please contact me on [email protected]
Published 05/26/20
The question for you today is ทำไมถึงอยากเรียนภาษาไทย 'tham-mai thueng yaak-rian paa-saa-Thai' (Why do you want to learn Thai?). Listen to different common reasons why people are learning Thai. Email me at [email protected] to share your reasons. I will get back to you with my personal assistance :) 
Published 05/18/20
You may know Tom Yam Kung and Phad Thai, but you might not be familiar with one of the most famous Thai cuisines for locals - Isan Cuisine from the Northeastern part of Thailand. Learn more Thai at www.bananathaischool.com
Published 05/11/20
Listen to a story in Thai and test your listening with 5 questions from the story as well as expand your Thai vocabulary about งานบ้าน (ngaan-bâan) or housework. Learn more Thai at www.bananathaischool.com
Published 05/03/20