I am always looking to make new friends and learn more about other cultures. I am an easygoing and funny gay guy who wants to make connections with people. I studied political science and international relations so I’m always interested to hear different perspectives on current events. I am new to couch surfing, but I have travelled around Asia, Africa, and Europe. As a traveler, I’ve received enormous generosity and kindness, I want to return the favor to all those I meet. Sorry but due to space constraints currently CANNOT HOST

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love traveling and the new connections and understandings it brings. I hope to share new perspectives with you whether it’s about the US or my own personal journey. I hope to get the same from you!

Interests

Politics, News, Storytelling, International Development, Renewable Energy, Urban Planning, Cooking, Food, Photography, Languages, Art, and Conversation

Music, Movies, and Books

TV: House of Cards, Big Mouth, Bojack Horseman
Music: Chill EDM
Podcasts: 99% invisible, The Inquiry, The Economist, Planet Money, The Daily, NPR, Hidden Brain, always looking for more!
Favorite News Reads: NYT, Politico, Washington Post, BBC, and Vox

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I hiked an active volcano in Ethiopia

Teach, Learn, Share

I’d love to return the kindness and hospitality I’ve been shown traveling abroad to those coming to the US. I’m happy to help you plan and if I have time I’d love to join you in sightseeing in and around DC

What I Can Share with Hosts

Insight and new perspectives. I also hope to share stories and jokes :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Bahamas, Belgium, Cambodia, Canada, China, Denmark, England, Ethiopia, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Myanmar, Rwanda, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Uganda, United Kingdom, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, Uganda, United Kingdom, United States