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G+T Conversations3.10 - Atomic Habits: How Small Changes Create Big Impact in Your LifeIn today's episode, Tatjana interviews Gwenda about her favorite book ATOMIC HABITS and they talk about how small changes create a big impact in your life.
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G+T Catch-up:
It's the season finale :) We loved having more guests on the show and will continue having guests in season 4 (send us your recommendations)
Some of our favorite episodes: Menopause with Rachel Kurian and 72 hours in Mumbai.
Gwenda and Tatjana had a very productive annual goal sessions. You can listen to our goalsetting episode from season 1.
Some of the things we mentioned in this episode:
Gwenda's favorite...2024-12-2730 minG+T Conversations3.9 - Queer in India: Exploring LGBTQ+ Life with Suraj NamboodiriIn today's episode, our hosts Gwenda and Tatjana talk about being Queer in India with our podcast guest Suraj Namboodiri.
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G+T Catch-up:
Gwenda and Tatjana are in the Christmas spirit with festive events such as a cake mixing ceremony in Bandra, the Christmas Tree Lighting at Tatjana's husband's hotel.
Gwenda attended the Indian Sports Management Conference.
Tatjana and her husband enjoyed a few child-free days because their daughter went on a overnight trip with school.
Gwenda and Tatjana caught up in person with our podcast guest Suraj over coffee before recording today's episode.
How can...2024-12-2435 minG+T Conversations3.8 - Mindful Moments: Daily Mental Health Tips for a Happier YouWelcome back to season three of G+T Conversations! We
are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we talk about mental health.
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G+T Catch-up:
Gwenda went on her first vacation with her boyfriend. She stayed at Ronil Goa and absolutely loved the hotel.
Gwenda introduced her boyfriend (famously known as Mr. G) to Tatjana.
Tatjana was impressed by her daughter being outgoing when meeting new people.
Some of the things we mentioned in this episode:
Definition: Mental health refers to a person’s emotional, psychological, and soc...2024-12-1345 minG+T Conversations3.7 - Beyond the Books: The Scoop on Book Clubs + Why You Need OneWelcome back to season three of G+T Conversations! We
are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, Gwenda interviews Tatjana about her Susegad Book Club and the ins and outs of book clubs in general.
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G+T Catch-up:
Tatjana attended a book signing of William Dalrymple (“In Xanadu”) and a book club with Jerry Pinto (“Em and the Big Hoom”).
Gwenda’s boyfriend surprised her by coming to Mumbai a few days before they left for their first vacation together.
Some of the things we mentioned...2024-11-2229 minG+T Conversations3.6 - Kids Rule the Mic: A Special Children's Day Episode with our Favorite KidWelcome back to season three of G+T Conversations! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we have a very special guest on the show for our Children's Day edition. Follow G+T Conversations on Instagram @GTconversations and join the conversation.
G+T Catch-up:
Gwenda got interviewed by the Indian Super League (ISL) about her journey to become a Mumbai City FC fan.
Tatjana visited Goa for a meet-up with her book club to celebrate their 100th book.
Some of the things we mentioned in this episode:
UN Children's Day is on 20 November. However, different c...2024-11-1531 minG+T Conversations3.5 - Thriving as an Expat: Real Stories and Tips for Life AbroadWelcome back to season three of G+T Conversations! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about all things Expat Life. Follow G+T Conversations on Instagram @GTconversations and join the conversation.
G+T Catch-up:
Tatjana and her family re-visited Dubai (the city she met her husband, and one of her expat locations).
Gwenda celebrated her company's 4th birthday on the day of recording (06 Nov).
Some of the things we mentioned in this episode:
Expats vs Migrants: Expats move to a different country other than their home country for a short and specific time for a job, education, etc...2024-11-1247 minG+T Conversations3.4 - The Power of Female FriendshipsWelcome back to season three of G+T Conversations! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about Female Friendship and why friendships are so important. Follow G+T Conversations on Instagram @GTconversations and join the conversation.
G+T Catch-up:
Gwenda's football team Young Guns FC hosted a Meet&Greet with Aman Dosanj (Former England Goalkeeper, Former Arsenal Goalkeeper, and Former Southampton Goalkeeper, First British South Asian representing England).
Tatjana participated in a charity walk to support the work for people with leprosy done by Rising Stars Outreach.
Some of the things we mentioned in this episode:
According...2024-11-0137 minG+T Conversations3.3 - Hot Flashes + Hot Facts: What Menopause is Really LikeWelcome back to season three of G+T Conversations! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we invited a guest, Rachel Kurien, to speak about hot flashes and hot facts on World Menopause Awareness Day.
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G+T Catch-up:
Tatjana is planning another family trip (to Dubai).
Gwenda provided first aid to a female who was hit by a car. The woman is safe now, and Gwenda decided to renew her knowledge and undergo a first aid training.
Some of the things we mentioned in this episode:
18...2024-10-1835 minG+T Conversations3.2 - Mastering Social Media Effectively and SafelyWelcome back to season three of G+T Conversations! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about how to master social media effectively and safely and share our tips on social media etiquette.
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G+T Catch-up:
Tatjana and her family went on a weekend trip to Pawna Lake and stayed at the beautiful Amanzi Resort.
Gwenda attended the India vs Pakistan cricket screening with Bucket Hatters (women's T20 world cup).
Some of the things we mentioned in this episode:
There are 140 billi...2024-10-1547 minG+T Conversations3.1 - Mumbai in 72 hours: A Local's Guide to the City's Best SpotsWelcome back to season three of G+T Conversations! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about our favorite places in Mumbai and our tips on what to do and where to eat when you visit the city for 72 hours.
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G+T Catch-up:
Gwenda is excited for Q4 of 2024 and full of energy to achieve all her goals before the end of the year.
Football season is back: Gwenda was at the first home match of Mumbai City FC.
Tatjana is 5 books ahead of her...2024-10-0640 minG+T Conversations2.9 - G+T's Summer in GermanyWelcome back to season two of G+T Conversations! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about our summer in Germany and what it's like to travel home as expats as well as some tips for you if you plan to visit Germany.
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G+T Catch-up:
Mumbai is experiencing heavy rains during the monsoon.
Tatjana started Hindi classes and enjoying it.
Gwenda watched local football matches in Germany (FC Verden 04 vs Werder Bremen; FC Viktoria Berlin vs Turbine Potsdam)
Some of the thing...2024-07-2739 minG+T Conversations2.8 - Mid-Year Goal Check-inWelcome back to season two of G+T Conversations! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about a mid-year check-in to review, modify and achieve your 2024 goals before the year ends.
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G+T Catch-up:
Tatjana is back in Mumbai after her Germany trip.
Gwenda is currently in Germany.
We had a quick 1-hr meet in a coastal town in Germany with our parents as Tatjana was leaving and Gwenda was arriving (check out our social media for a photo).
Some of the things w...2024-07-1221 minG+T Conversations2.7 - Podcasting: Beginners to PodmastersWelcome back to season two of G+T Conversations! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about the podmasters conclave and awards and share our tips with you on HOW TO PODCAST.
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G+T Catch-up:
This podcast was recorded from India (Gwenda) and Germany (Tatjana).
It's pretty cold in Germany -even though it's summer- and Tatjana explains The Onion Principal of Dressing.
Germany is hosting the EURO 2024: https://www.uefa.com/euro2024/
Some of the things we mentioned in thi...2024-06-2428 minG+T Conversations2.6 - Startup Stories from a Female EntrepreneurWelcome back to season two of G+T Conversations! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about startups and entrepreneurship.
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G+T Catch-up:
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) won the IPL Championship 2024
United Nations introduced the World Football Day on 25 May
Gwenda reminds us to make time for friendships
Some of the things we mentioned in this episode:
"You can always connect the dots looking backwards": From doing content writing on the side to pay the bills while work...2024-06-0433 minG+T Conversations2.5 - Motherhood + How NOT To Expect Anything When You Are ExpectingWelcome back to season two of G+T Conversations! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about Motherhood + what NOT to expect when you are expecting.
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G+T Catch-up:
Tatjana enjoyed a spa date with her husband while her mother-in-law is visiting and spend some time with the grandchild.
Gwenda travelled to Kolkata to watch the ISL final and her favorite football club Mumbai City FC won the ISL Cup 2023-24. Check out her reel on Instagram.
Mon...2024-05-1936 minG+T Conversations2.4 - East + West Germany: What the Fall of the Berlin Wall Meant For UsWelcome back to season two of G+T Conversations! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about our memories of growing up in what used to be West (Gwenda) and East Germany (Tatjana).
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G+T Catch-up:
Tatjana met Lubaina Bandukwala who wrote The Chowpatty Cooking Club.
Gwenda was referring to episode 1.7 Football in India https://open.spotify.com/episode/48jkYN5oebQqLHc8O3DLv9?si=xdTIFS3cSkmzzQpBSW0E-w
… and yes, Mumbai City FC won the ISL Cup 2024. Congratulations!
...2024-05-0526 minG+T Conversations2.3 - Election Year 2024: India + Around the WorldWelcome back to season two of G+T Conversations! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about the Election Year 2024. Follow G+T Conversations on Instagram @GTconversations and join the conversation.
G+T Catch-up:
-The reel that Gwenda sent to Tatjana's husband and the photo he sent back.
-The bookstore Tatjana spent some of her birthday in was Faqir Chand And Sons.
-Grand Central Park in Thane is a Must-Visit: check out all the details here.
Our Guest on today's episode is Chaitanya Prabhu, Mum...2024-04-0528 minG+T Conversations2.2 - Quest for Happiness: What We Can Learn From The World's Happiest CountriesWelcome back to season two of G+T Conversations! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about happiness.
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Some of the things we mentioned in this episode:
-20 March is UN International Day of Happiness
-World Happiness Report 2024: https://worldhappiness.report/
-Bhutan's Gross National Happiness Index: learn more here
-The State of Happiness 2024: https://www.semafor.com/article/03/18/2024/gallup-state-of-happiness
Country Rankings in Happiness Report 2024:
#1 Finland
#2 Denmark
...2024-03-2627 minG+T Conversations2.1 - Season 2 + International Women's DayWelcome back to the second season of G+T Conversations + happy International Women's Day! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about our 2nd season of G+T Conversations + International Women's Day.
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Some of the things we mentioned in this episode:
Data sources:
https://www.un.org/en/observances/womens-day/background
Gwenda's inspiring women:
Family: mom and maternal grandma
Footballer: Megan Rapinoe, Gulafsha Ansari
Business: Sarah Sham, Franzi von Har...2024-03-0831 minG+T ConversationsS2E1 - Intro to Season 2TBC
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gtconversations/message2024-03-0612 minG+T Conversations1.12 - 2023: The Year That Was | G+T ConversationsWelcome to G+T Conversations, the ultimate global lifestyle podcast! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about the year 2023.
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Some of the things we mentioned in this episode:
Favourites of the Week:
Tatjana: Mother-daughter bonding while running errands and crafting Christmas
Gwenda: Saving and scoring a penalty in the final of the Roots Premier League (and my team 'Your Happy Bears' won!)
Goal of the Week:
Tatjana: The time between Christmas and New Ye...2024-01-0138 minG+T Conversations1.11 - How To Change The World In 30 Minutes | G+T ConversationsWelcome to G+T Conversations, the ultimate global lifestyle podcast! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about HOW TO CHANGE THE WORLD.
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Some of the things we mentioned in this episode:
Favourites of the Week:
Tatjana: The moment her Mumbai friend went to a Chinese Mahjong club and restaurant in Kolkata and met Tatjana's mother-in-law in a moment of serendipity (isn't it crazy how small the world is?)
Gwenda: Her Bengaluru Trip and falling in l...2023-12-1631 minG+T Conversations1.10 - HoHoHo: Christmas In Germany + As An Expat | G+T ConversationsWelcome to G+T Conversations, the ultimate global lifestyle podcast! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about GOAL SETTING.
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Some of the things we mentioned in this episode:
Favourites of the Week:
Tatjana: Christmas Tree Lighting at Courtyard by Marriott
Gwenda: Mumbai City FC Asian Champions League Game
Goal of the Week:
Tatjana: Secret Santa with the Susegad Book Club
Gwenda: Decorate for Christmas at home and go for some Christmas ac...2023-12-1138 minG+T Conversations1.9 - 10 Tips for Successful Goal Setting | G+T ConversationsWelcome to G+T Conversations, the ultimate global lifestyle podcast! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about GOAL SETTING.
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Some of the things we mentioned in this episode
Favourites of the Week:
Tatjana: German National Day Celebration at the CSMVS Museum (and meeting German football legend Oliver Kahn)
Gwenda: Flower Subscription by Shades of Spring (birthday gift from Tatjana)
Goal of the Week:
Tatjana: Goalsetting for December and 2024...2023-12-0230 minG+T Conversations1.8 - Unlocking The Power Of Public Spaces: The Transformation Of Cities By + For Communities | G+T ConversationsWelcome to G+T Conversations, the ultimate global lifestyle podcast! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about PUBLIC SPACES.
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Some of the things we mentioned in this episode
Favourites of the Week:
Tatjana: Exploring public transport with her 8-year-old daughter (check out our previous episode on Public Transport)
Gwenda: Celebrating her birthday with her favourite people
Goal of the Week:
Tatjana: Preparing for Christmas
Gwenda: Becoming a foot...2023-11-2642 minG+T Conversations1.1 From Chaos to Comfort: The Transformation of Public Transport in Mumbai | G+T ConversationsWelcome to G+T Conversations, the ultimate global lifestyle podcast! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about PUBLIC TRANSPORT in Mumbai.
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Some of the things we mentioned in this episode
Favorites of the Week:
Tatjana: Book called 'Chinatown Days' by Rita Chowdhury
Gwenda: Inauguration Event of the U14 Girls Yuva Premier League by the Mumbai Football Association (MFA)
Goal of the Week:
Tatjana: Write an article about...2023-11-2328 minG+T Conversations1.7 Football in India: Changing the Game One Goal at a Time | G+T ConversationsWelcome to G+T Conversations, the ultimate global lifestyle podcast! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, Tatjana interviews Gwenda about her passion for football.
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Some of the things we mentioned in this episode
Favorites of the Week:
Tatjana: Family Trip Mahabaleshwar
Gwenda: Women in Sports Conference by Australian Consulate in association with Rajasthan Royals and Deakin University
Goal of the Week:
Tatjana: Plan a book event for the expat community in Mumbai
Gwenda: Go to Juhu Beach for m...2023-11-2056 minG+T Conversations1.6 Hola, Ni Hao + Namaste: How Speaking Different Languages Shapes Us + Our Worldview | G+T ConversationsWelcome to G+T Conversations, the ultimate global lifestyle podcast! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about all things languages.
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Some of the things we mentioned in this episode.
Favourites of the Week:
Tatjana: Her weekend with good food at O'Pedro and a new book purchase, "Roman Stories" by Jhumpa Lahiri.
Gwenda: (1) Young Guns FC's first state league game and (2) Mumbai City FC's Asian Champions League game
2023-11-1347 minG+T Conversations1.5 Glamour + Grime: Life Behind The Curtains Of Hotels | G+T ConversationsWelcome to G+T Conversations, the ultimate global lifestyle podcast! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, Gwenda interviews Tatjana about the hospitality and hotel industry.
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Some of the things we mentioned in this episode
Favorites of the Week:
Tatjana: The Tata Lit Fest and the ACIW Charity Shopping Mela last weekend
Gwenda: Four More Shots Please (Season 3) Watch Now!
Goal of the Week:
Tatjana: Write a short story/novel (November is National Novel Writing Month)
Gwenda: Upda...2023-11-0458 minG+T Conversations1.4 Let's Talk Period: Overcoming Stigmas + Shame to End Period Poverty | G+T ConversationsWelcome to G+T Conversations, the ultimate global lifestyle podcast! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about all things periods.
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Some of the things we mentioned in this episode
Favorites of the Week:
Tatjana: (1) Alexis Hall's new Book: “10 Things That Never Happened” and (2) the fact that Swiggy is selling sarees and cricket jerseys now.
Gwenda: (1) She bought herself flowers and (2) She loved the National Day Celebrations by the Spanish Consulate in Mumbai.
Goal of the Week:2023-10-2748 minG+T Conversations1.3 Page-Turners + Book Lovers: Our Favorite Books, Reading Routines + Fiction vs Non-Fiction | G+T ConversationsWelcome to G+T Conversations, the ultimate global lifestyle podcast! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about all things books, reading habits and even have a small giveaway for you.
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Some of the things we mentioned in this episode
Favorites of the Week:
Tatjana: Goa trip to meet her book club Susegad https://www.instagram.com/susegadbookclub
Gwenda: Watch Mumbai City FC training session and interact with the players and coaches https://www...2023-10-2050 minG+T Conversations1.2 Currywurst + Vegetarianism: Unveiling the Truth about Assumptions of Life in Germany + India | G+T ConversationsWelcome to G+T Conversations, the ultimate global lifestyle podcast! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this episode, we speak about assumptions and cultural differences between India and Germany.
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Some of the things we mentioned in this episode
Favorites of the Week:
Tatjana: Movie Night with her husband: Jawan (of course, a SRK movie)
Gwenda: Her football team qualified for the Maharashtra State League; and a conversation with Mumbai City FC Head Coach...2023-10-1336 min
G+T ConversationsGet to know Gwenda + Tatjana | Introduction to G+T ConversationsWelcome to G+T Conversations, the ultimate global lifestyle podcast! We are your hosts, Gwenda + Tatjana, and in this intro episode you get to know us better before we start our weekly episodes next week (06 October 2023).
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Some of the things we mentioned in this episode
Tatjana's Favorite Spot in Mumbai: Taj Mahal Tea House https://www.tajmahalteahouse.com/pages/taj-mahal-tea-house
Tatjana's Book Club: Susegad Book Club @susegadbookclub
Gwenda's Marketing Agency: Dreamers+Creators @dreamersandcreators.in
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