Episodes
Monday Sep 23, 2019
Expat Files - 09.20.19
Monday Sep 23, 2019
Monday Sep 23, 2019
Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #889 FRI, SEPT 20 (09-20-2019): `
#1- The three faces of the word ”Gringo”:
DYK the word gringo can be either an insult, a term of endearment or basically neutral, depending on its use and inflection..
#2-What about the notorious “N” Word?
We all know the “N” Word is sprinkled liberally in those mindless Rap and Hip Hop songs as well as in every street-wise Hollywood movie, all of which eventually end up in the theatres and on cable in Latin America. But how does the infamous “N” word get translated into Spanish? Can it be translated? Do Latinos get the point, the subtle or hard meanings? Find out in today’s first boots-on-the ground story.
#3- A Gringo’s Guide to Police Extortion and Bribes:
Today’s second boots-on-the-ground story
#4- There is nothing PC (Politically Correct) about Latin America so get used to it:
#5- The weirdest kind of insurance policy:
How 2 bucks worth of Coca-Cola and a bag of Cheetos can occasinally save your ass…
#6- Johnny’s week-long “Expat Insider Seminar” in Central America is scheduled for Friday, Jan 11th through Thursday Jan 16th, 2020.
To get on the early-bird sign up list, email theexpatfiles@gmail.com.
Join me on my January 2020 adventure and get a 2 to 5 year head start on your own “Plan B” (providing the world doesn’t implode by then!)
#7- Check out my “The Expat Files” You Tube channel. See all the fun slides and photos that go along with each show. There are now more than 150 shows posted on my YouTube channel so have a look.