Jon Coghill & Tim Reid
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
Chance Encounter in Canggu
Jon walks the wet streets. He spots Aaron fast. Aaron comes from Plymouth. He celebrates a birthday here. The vibe feels fun and loud.
The Crazy Tattoo Plan
Aaron books a huge session at Thompson Inc. He wants a full-leg Egyptian design. An astronaut goes on the calf. He adds a memorial sleeve for a lost friend. Rib work comes too. He picks the day before his flight home. Pain awaits on the plane.
Why He Loves Ink in Bali
Aaron already has tattoos on his chest and arms. This trip tops them all. He loves the look. He loves the confidence. And yes – ladies love tattoos. His wife agrees. She saw the designs. Everyone wins.
Daily Bali Life
Each day stays simple. Wake up. Party. Repeat. Aaron stays smart. He skips anything risky. Scaffolding back home hurts. Yet the pay funds trips like this. First time in Bali. He prefers it over Thailand.
Shortest and Funniest Chat Ever
Five minutes pass quickly. You feel like old mates. Aaron shouts out Thompson Inc. He laughs about the flight. His grin never stops. Raw joy fills every second. This proves the best stories come from people with zero filter.
Why Getting Tattoos in Bali Rocks
Getting tattoos in Bali never sounded so wild. Aaron makes it look easy and fun. Hit play now. You’ll laugh and love it.
Chapters
- 00:00 – Intro vibes and approaching the stranger
- 00:22 – Aaron from Plymouth shares his Bali plans
- 00:50 – Detailing the massive tattoo lineup: Egyptian, astronaut, and memorial
- 01:40 – Why he loves tattoos (the look, the feel, and the ladies)
- 02:07 – Married life and wife-approved ink
- 02:48 – Daily Bali goal: sun, floods, and party mode
- 03:27 – Staying safe in Bali (no jail risks)
- 03:55 – Scaffolder life back home and funding the fun
- 04:20 – Surf talk and sign-off
Key Moments
- Calls Bali “baby Thailand” on his very first trip
- Booking “the whole package”: full leg sleeve with Egyptian gods on the front + astronaut on the back – peak chaos energy
- Not 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)
Listen to the Full Conversation
Short on time but big on laughs? This one’s for you – Aaron’s unfiltered take on getting tattoos in Bali is stranger gold. Listen now on your favourite platform
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