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British Lad Plans Bali Tattoo Extravaganza | Another Head-Scratching Story

British Lad Plans Bali Tattoo Extravaganza | Another Head-Scratching Story

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 Ever wondered what it's like getting tattoos in Bali from a total stranger's perspective? Meet Aaron, a scaffolder from Plymouth who's turned his three-week Bali escape into an epic ink mission – think full-leg Egyptian designs, astronaut vibes, and heartfelt memorials. This short, hilarious street chat is packed with unfiltered energy that'll have you booking your own adventure (or not) – listen in for the full story. Ready for some stranger stories? Personal stories of love, resilience & daring unfold in this loveable podcast, as story-collectors Tim Reid & Jon Coghill wander the streets of Australia (and sometimes a little further), microphone in hand, chatting to strangers. It's conversations... with everyday people. Episode Summary Jon hits the rainy streets of Canggu, Bali, and strikes gold with Aaron – a laid-back scaffolder from Plymouth, England, who's out here for three weeks of sun, floods, and serious tattoo action. Celebrating his mate's birthday, Aaron's got big plans: he's booked in at a local shop for the "whole package," including a massive Egyptian piece on his leg front, an astronaut on the back, a memorial arm sleeve for a friend who passed last year, and even some rib work. It's all happening on the 18th – the day before he flies home, which means he'll be bandaged up like a mummy for the long flight back. Aaron's passion for getting tattoos in Bali shines through as he chats about the thrill of the look, the confidence boost, and yeah – how the ladies apparently love them. He's no newbie to ink, with his chest and arm already done, but this trip is next-level. Refreshingly honest, he shares that his wife back home (the "love of his life") fully approves, and he's smart about Bali's vibe – steering clear of anything risky that could land him in trouble. Beyond the tattoos, Aaron paints a picture of his ideal Bali day: wake up, soak in the vibes, and hit a big party in Canggu later. Scaffolding back in Plymouth is tough graft, but the good money funds escapes like this – his first time in Bali after loving Thailand. The conversation flows easy, wrapping up with a quick surf chat (Jon's been hitting G-Land) and a friendly shout-out. Clocking in under five minutes, this episode captures the raw joy of spontaneous stranger talks – funny, real, and a teaser for why getting tattoos in Bali might just be the ultimate holiday flex. It's the kind of story that reminds you everyone has a hidden chapter worth hearing. Chapters 00:00 – Intro vibes and approaching the stranger00:22 – Aaron from Plymouth shares his Bali plans00:50 – Detailing the massive tattoo lineup: Egyptian, astronaut, and memorial01:40 – Why he loves tattoos (the look, the feel, and the ladies)02:07 – Married life and wife-approved ink02:48 – Daily Bali goal: sun, floods, and party mode03:27 – Staying safe in Bali (no jail risks)03:55 – Scaffolder life back home and funding the fun04:20 – Surf talk and sign-off Key Moments Calls Bali “baby Thailand” on his very first tripBooking “the whole package”: full leg sleeve with Egyptian gods on the front + astronaut on the back – peak chaos energyNot scared of the needle… but terrified of the flight home: “Gonna be wrapped like a mummy on a 14-hour flight”Daily life goal in Bali: “Just get up and get f*cked up every day, bro” (said at 4:30 p.m. like a pro)Married & loyal… but still flexes: “The ladies love tattoos, I’ve been told” (then quickly adds the wife approves the new ink) #GettingTattoosInBali, #BaliTattoos, #CangguTattoo, #FullLegTattoo, #ThompsonInc, #MemorialTattoo, #LadiesLoveTattoos, #BaliInk, #WhataStrangerToldMe, #StrangerStories, #StorytellingPodcast, #TimReid, #JonCoghill, #AustralianPodcast, #StreetInterview 🎙️ Want more, Stranger? Like the idea of story-collectors Tim Reid & Jon Coghill chatting to attendees at your next conference or event? Or maybe you'd like them to chat to strangers in your part of the world. Hit them up here. 📸 Join us behind-the-scenes Follow the What a StrangerTold Me podcast madness on Instagram. ☎️ Got a story you'd love to share? Call us +61 489 272 286. You've got a whopping 10-minutes, so sit back, take a big breath and go for gold. 👽 Don’t be a stranger Got some feedback? Bring it on. Just be gentle. One of us has thin skin ;) 🤩 Who’s behind all this strangeness? Made & Hosted by Tim Reid & Jon CoghillMusic Supervision by Dennis FelettoPhotography by Will Reid & Andy McCollSupport the show: https://whatastrangertoldme.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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