David Boyle
David Boyle
6 Years 89 days - Zen Beach Review
6 Years 89 days - Zen Beach Review
6 Years 89 days - Zen Beach Review
Sunday 10th August 2025
Comedian David Boyle shares a listener's candid review of Zen Beach, blending humour with cultural critique in this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol'.
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Episode Overview
- David Boyle shares a listener's review of Zen Beach in Koh Phangan.
- The episode offers a humorous critique of spiritual tourism.
- Adam describes the irony of tourists seeking spirituality in Thailand.
- Boyle adds his comedic twist to Adam's candid observations.
- The episode explores cultural clashes and modern spirituality.
"You're all phony fucks, you know. Just walk into the fucking sand bath, the bongo circle, and just go, you fucking sad losers."
Join comedian David Boyle in his podcast 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', where he transforms from a self-proclaimed 'alcoholic maniac' to a 'sober lunatic'. In this episode, Boyle shares a listener's review of Zen Beach in Koh Phangan, Thailand, adding his unique comedic twist. The listener, Adam, paints a vivid picture of the island's spiritual tourism scene, filled with bongo circles and self-proclaimed gurus. Adam's candid reflections highlight the irony of tourists seeking spirituality while ignoring the authentic cultural offerings of Thailand.
Boyle doesn't hold back as he reads Adam's colourful descriptions, mixing humour with critique. Adam describes encounters with pretentious tourists and their misguided spiritual quests, comparing them to Brits on a budget holiday. His tales of bizarre activities like 'man circles' and 'yoni massages' are both amusing and eye-opening. Boyle's witty commentary adds another layer of hilarity as he contemplates joining these eccentric gatherings himself.
As the episode unfolds, Boyle’s engaging storytelling and Adam's raw observations provide a humorous yet critical look at the paradoxes of modern spirituality tourism. It's a playful exploration of cultural clashes and the quest for meaning in unexpected places. If you're curious about how spiritual journeys can sometimes go awry or simply want a good laugh, this episode is worth your time.