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Seoul to my Salsa

Seoul to my Salsa

By: Antonio & Katheline Garcia
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Summary

 Welcome to Seoul to my Salsa! 🇰🇷🇲🇽 Ever wondered what happens when the land of Kimchi meets the world of Tacos? Join us as we navigate the beautiful, hilarious, and sometimes chaotic journey of our Korean-Mexican intercultural marriage! From raising three kids and navigating different parenting styles to overcoming cultural misunderstandings and sharing our favorite fusion foods, we’re here to give you an honest look at life between two vibrant cultures. Whether you’re here for dating advice, marriage tips, or just a good laugh at our cultural "lost in translation" moments, we’re happy to have you in our community. Parenting & Families Relationships Social Sciences
Episodes
  • The Truth About Living Between Cultures No One Warns You About | Korean & Mexican

    The Truth About Living Between Cultures No One Warns You About | Korean & Mexican
    May 12 2026
    In this episode of Seoul To My Salsa, Antonio and Katheline share what it was really like growing up between cultures—from language barriers and identity struggles to discovering freedom, purpose, and belonging. They discuss the major differences between Korean and American culture, why learning language matters, and how culture shapes communication, relationships, parenting, and even self-worth. The conversation also dives into entrepreneurship, personal development, and how shared values helped strengthen their marriage and vision for their family. From funny stories about anime and accents to deeper reflections on freedom, burnout culture, and raising children intentionally — this episode covers it all. Key Topics 🟪 Korean vs American culture 🟪 Immigration and identity struggles 🟪 Language learning and belonging 🟪 Entrepreneurship and self-development 🟪 Parenting, homeschooling, and values 🟪 Freedom, pressure, and personal growth (00:00) Intro (01:08) Welcome and Comments (02:21) Korean Small Talk (05:28) Why Language Changes Reactions (07:10) Growing Up Bilingual (11:24) Accent Stories and Misunderstandings (12:56) Mexican-Japanese Similarities (18:05) Beer Debate: Japan vs Korea (20:43) Why America Feels Different (23:39) Learn English Unlock Options (26:55) Finding Yourself Beyond The Path (29:53) North Korea and Lost Choice (31:42) Gratitude For Freedom (35:53) MLM Misconceptions Explained (42:29) Culture and Trust In Sales (44:26) Homeschooling and Value Alignment (47:09) Wrapping Up Core Values 🔔 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. Seoul To My Salsa: 🟣 YouTube 🟣 Spotify 🟣 Instagram 🔴 Katheline Garcia’s Instagram 🔴 Antonio Garcia’s Instagram
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    48 mins
  • Natural Twin Birth at Home?! This Is What Actually Happened

    Natural Twin Birth at Home?! This Is What Actually Happened
    May 5 2026
    In this powerful episode, Antonio and Katheline share the unforgettable story of discovering they were having twins — and the journey that followed. From a traditional hospital birth with their first child to choosing a home water birth for their twins, they dive into the emotional, physical, and mental challenges of pregnancy and childbirth. This episode explores the tension between modern medical systems and natural approaches while highlighting the importance of trust, preparation, and mindset. Through humor, vulnerability, and real-life moments, they reflect on what it truly means to step into parenthood — again, but this time with double the impact. Key Takeaways 🟪 Birth experiences can vary dramatically depending on choices and environment 🟪 Trusting your body can be empowering 🟪 Mindset plays a major role in navigating uncertainty 🟪 Parenthood brings emotional depth and perspective (00:00) Intro (00:59) Birth Story Setup (02:16) Western Birth Norms (09:58) OB-GYN Vibes (11:59) Finding Out We're Having Twins (19:50) Past Twins Memory (21:44) Miscarriage Memories (22:41) Choosing Home Birth (26:36) Finding Twin Midwife (28:20) Family Doubts And Boundaries (32:26) Backup Plan Commitment (33:05) Water Birth Play by Play (39:53) Placenta Pills Postpartum (41:09) Natural Birth Takeaways 🔔 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. Seoul To My Salsa: 🟣 YouTube 🟣 Spotify 🟣 Instagram 🔴 Katheline Garcia’s Instagram 🔴 Antonio Garcia’s Instagram
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    44 mins
  • We Experienced Two Completely Different Funerals…

    We Experienced Two Completely Different Funerals…
    Apr 28 2026
    This episode takes a deeply personal turn as Antonio and Katheline reflect on loss, grief, and the cultural differences in how we honor life. In Episode 6 of Seoul To My Salsa, they share their recent experiences attending funerals and how Korean and Mexican traditions differ — from structured planning to more spontaneous, emotional gatherings. Through storytelling and honest reflection, they explore how culture shapes not only rituals around death but also everyday behaviors like communication, work ethic, and emotional expression. This episode highlights the importance of understanding different perspectives—and how blending cultures can lead to deeper empathy and growth. Key Takeaways 🟪 Cultural traditions influence how we process grief 🟪 Planning and structure can ease emotional burdens 🟪 Emotional expression varies across cultures 🟪 Intercultural relationships require understanding and flexibility (00:00) Intro (01:14) Reacting To Your Comments (03:40) KDrama Recommendations (06:25) Korean Funeral Traditions (11:47) Mexican Funeral Reflection (19:41) Sedona Morning Reset (21:43) Grief and Mental Health (25:14) Funeral Planning Lessons (26:33) What Koreans Do Really Well (29:05) Culture Shapes Success (32:27) Prep Mindset in Life (34:49) Koreans Learn Forgiveness (38:54) Mexico Friendliness and Cartels (44:15) Korea's Edge: Safest Travel Destination (46:23) Wrap Up 🔔 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. Seoul To My Salsa: 🟣 YouTube 🟣 Spotify 🟣 Instagram 🔴 Katheline Garcia’s Instagram 🔴 Antonio Garcia’s Instagram
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    47 mins
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