I am Pako.

Writer. Podcaster. Rebel at heart.

I dedicate my work to unveiling captivating aspects of Thailand, Southeast Asia, and the Thai diasporic community.

Born in Thailand, raised in Germany, my identity weaves between cultures. I’ve worked in the film and cultural field in Germany for over a decade. However, in a Eurocentric environment, Southeast Asia, especially Thailand, seemed to have a limited role. To many, it’s perceived merely as an affordable and ‚exotic‘ travel destination. I struggled to identify with the (scarce) depictions of Southeast Asia in the German cultural landscape.

Feeling lost, I yearned for a creative outlet to explore facets of Thailand and Southeast Asia.

I realized I had to carve my own path, creating my own narrative. I enrolled in studies focusing on art history, Southeast Asian culture and history, (post-)colonialism and Buddhism in Berlin, Hamburg, and Bangkok. Additionally, I spent several months in Northern Thailand working as an English teacher. Research and travel became my tools for gaining a deeper understanding of my heritage.

In 2023, I launched THAISPORA, a podcast sharing the stories of the Thai diasporic community.

My goal is to inspire others to cherish and preserve their cultural roots.

Thank you for joining me on this thrilling journey!