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The Fika Time#35 Niccolò Moro - Born Loyal: Why we love our teams, even when they suckWarum stehen wir stundenlang für Konzerttickets an? Warum kaufen wir Shirts von Leuten, die wir nur aus dem Internet kennen? Und warum rannte Lum enthusiastisch einem YouTuber hinterher – mit Kamera in der Hand?In dieser Folge sprechen wir über Fansein in all seinen Formen: Von Fussballvereinen, die einfach nie gewinnen, bis zu Musiker:innen, YouTubern oder politischen Bewegungen, denen wir trotzdem treu bleiben.Ihr erfahrt ausserdem, warum Raffa sich berühmte Menschen immer als Riesen vorstellt – und ob Niccolò neben seiner ewigen Fussballliebe auch eine heimliche Schwäche für Taylor Swift entwickelt hat.Eine...2025-05-121h 02
The Fika Time#34 Thomas Arnold - We are BackThe Fika Time Podcast ist offiziell zurück – und diesmal als Videopodcast! Die Stimmen kennt ihr, aber ab jetzt könnt ihr auch unsere wildesten Grimassen, ungelenksten Sitzpositionen und ungefilterten Reaktionen live miterleben.Zum Re-Start haben wir einen alten Bekannten mitgebracht: Thomas Arnold – bekannt aus Folge 17 Will You Marry Me. Keine Sorge, es heiratet diesmal (noch) niemand. Stattdessen sprechen wir über etwas, das uns alle betrifft: Lebensabschnitte.Wo stehen wir gerade im Leben? Wie bewusst nehmen wir eigentlich unsere eigenen Lebenskapitel wahr? Und was nehmen wir aus vergangenen Etappen mit – ausserer seltsame Erfahrungen, gebrochene Herzen und einen...2025-04-211h 15
The Fika Time#33 UpdatesEs wäre nicht der Fika Time Podcast, wenn wir uns nicht weiterhin treu bleiben würden – auch mit unseren unregelmäßigen Uploads. Wir entschuldigen uns, dass es diesmal ganze drei Monate gedauert hat, bis die neue Episode bereit war. Der Grund dafür? Viele spannende Updates bei uns! In der 33. Episode des Fika Time Podcasts erfahrt ihr alles darüber. Ob es um unseren Job geht oder um unsere teils langen Urlaube – schaltet ein und seid gespannt auf das, was wir zu erzählen haben! 2024-12-091h 04
The Fika Time#32 Beach ClubDer Fika Time Podcast gönnt sich keine Sommerpause! Die Sommerferien sind in vollem Gange, eine Zeit der Leichtigkeit und Entspannung. Raffa und Lum nehmen sich eine Auszeit vom Alltag und plaudern über ihre Ferien, ihre schönsten Sommererinnerungen und alles, was ihnen sonst noch in den Sinn kommt – sei es Sonne, Strand, Abenteuer oder Erholung. Dies einige Themen dieser Episode, doch schweifen wir auch gerne ab – so wie es sich in den Ferien doch eigentlich gehört. Egal, ob am Meer oder in den Bergen, auf der Sonnenliege oder beim Wandern – Kopfhörer an und los geht's: Es i...2024-08-061h 02
The Fika TimeEpisode 31 – Chum Bring En Hei – Pablo Brunisholz“Bitte Herr im Himmel gib eus Kraft und lo eus ned lo schtoh ... Stürmer chum drück scho ab und schenk eus no es Goal” und mit diesem One-Hit-Wonder-Song von Sebastian Bürgin alias Baschi leiten wir pünktlich zum Start der Europameisterschaft die 31. Folge der Fika Time ein. Wir haben Pablo Javier Garcia Brunsiholz eingeladen, der als zukünftiger SRF-Fussballexperte gehandelt wird. Freut euch auf spannende Diskussionen rund um den Fussball mit dem Schwerpunkt auf der Europameisterschaft 2024.2024-06-171h 15
The Fika Time#30 Who would have thought? Not us.Hey look at us! 30th episode of the Fika Time podcast is online...Who would have thought? Not us. As surprised as you are we actually arrived at the next milestone with the Fika Time Podcast and we came as unprepared as you would have expected. Raffa and Lum each prepared a completely random topic which led them to discussions about how people used to travel back in the days, how people used to send money to another country and how we spend our time throughout our lives. There is no thread in this episode, is...2024-05-1356 min
The Fika Time#29 Jérôme Zuber & Nico Wolfer - Lusbuebe TalkIn der zweiten schweizerdeutschen Episode haben wir gleich zwei Gäste für Euch am Start. Dieses Mal ist der Rückraum gut gedeckt mit Jérôme und Nico, welche nicht nur auf dem Handball Feld, sonder nauch im Fika Time Podcast eine stabile Leistung abliefern. Von spritzdenen Nippeln bis hin zu möglichen Gorilla Kämpfen ist alles dabei – Also schalte ein und lass dich inspirieren!2024-04-151h 21
The Fika Time#28 Das schläckt kei Geiss wägEndlich ist es soweit, die erste schweizerdeutsche Fika Time Episode auf schweizerdeutsch! Ohne viel vorweg zu nehmen, könnt Ihr Euch auf viele Lacher, Fakten und willkürliche Gespräche freuen. Also Hopp de Bäse, hol der din Kaffi mit oder ohni Schuss und machs der gmüetlich bi dim nächste Kaffichränzli.2024-03-261h 20
The Fika Time#27 Samba do BrasilWelcome to the 27th episode of the Fika Time Podcast! Get ready for a wild ride as Lum gets back into the gym groove and Raffa whips up some nostalgic dinners from their Lund days. Tune in to hear exciting and funny stories about carnivals, their special traditions, as well as their origin myths and tales.Hold on to your costumes as they take you on a virtual tour of the Zwillikon carnival - where the fun never stops! But wait, there's a twist! The episode ends with a surprise switcheroo as Raffa and Lum break out...2024-03-0441 min
The Fika Time#26 Dora Özcan - Aperol and Hot TopicsReady to explore? Vamos arriba! But be careful, this is not about Dora the Explorer but rather Dora Özcan the Aperol Spritz aficionado. Tune in and be surprised by countless funny stories, which in this episode are based on many questions and a very exciting quiz. If you want to know who ever ripped out their nipple, get a cup of coffee and enjoy the 26th episode of the fika Time.2024-01-281h 01
The Fika Time#25 New Year New MeEpisode 25 of The Fika Time unfolds as Lum and Raffa discuss whether life is too short for serious New Year's resolutions. The spotlight is on Lum's dedication to a half marathon, with Raffa placing bets on whether Lum will cross the finish line or hit the snooze button instead. Traditions like throwing shoes to find a significant other are just a couple of amusing examples highlighted during today's coffee break. In a delightful blend of humor and addressing the infamous January hole, this episode serves as a reminder that resolutions may come and go, but the genuine laughter shared...2024-01-2233 min
The Fika Time#24 Gabriel Egli - Secret Santa"It's the most wonderful time of the year!" And what better way to revel in the holiday magic than with a new episode of Fika Time? In Episode 24, our guest, Gabriel Egli, shares his holiday tales, from embracing classic traditions like Secret Santa to taking a plunge into the chilly waters of the Limmat on the 24th of December. So, grab your favorite mug of coffee, snuggle up, and let the warm and festive atmosphere of "Mariah Carey" set the stage for a cozy and funny Fika Time experience!2023-12-2456 min
The Fika Time#23 The Return of the Fika TimeThe Fika Time is back in action after a three-month break, during which the hosts dialed down, regrouped, and gave the podcast a slick makeover. Brace yourself for an upgraded sound quality, a catchy new intro tune (shout-out to larsinthedaw), and a crispy cool new cover. Join Raffa and Lum for the same chill fika chats, but with a whole new level of kanelbullar and cappuccino treats!2023-12-1836 min
The Fika Time#22 Therapy Special - Let's get comfortableIn this special episode, we turn our attention to entirely new topics. Since we haven't seen each other for some time, we try to get reacquainted with each other with the help of a therapy session. We answer personal questions, but even in serious moments, we are never short of a funny line. What would Lum do if someone close to him committed a crime? Or what animals would Raffa like to be able to communicate with? This time you will experience Lum and Raffa from a different side, which can also be sentimental. In the end, Lum plays...2023-08-171h 06
The Fika Time#21 Anne Offringa & Sophie Soulane - FLSE ALRMIn this episode the hosts have once again managed to get some up-and-coming shooting stars on their podcast. None other than the hard techno duo FLSE ALRM also known as Anne Offringa & Sophie Soulane do us the honor of joining in and taking us behind the scenes in the world of DJing by giving us a peek into the life of a future superstar duo. Among other things, this episode discusses the importance of DJs like DJ Bobo and DJ Antoine, while also getting an explanation from Raffa that EDM actually stands for Electronic Dance Mosh pit. Fire up...2023-07-271h 04
The Fika Time#20 Anatole Questel – A Dirty Martini at HootersThat’s Bananas! In our 20th episode, we welcome mister international himself, Anatole Questel, back from his sailing trip across the Atlantic!Together, we have lots of things to discuss! We create our own Bar/Café/Restaurant and underground Rave spot called Los tres Amigos and discuss what our roles would be at the most exciting place you can dine and drink. Anatole explains why the Hooters uniform would be perfect for los tres Amigos or what our special nights can include. Lum shows us his strategy on how to get enough tips with a dartboard to survive or...2023-07-131h 13
The Fika Time#19 Loïc Rickenmann – The Oscar goes to ...In this episode we will hand out Oscars and Emmys to the best movies and tv shows from the perspectives of the well unknown critics Raffa and Lum. With the help of Loïc Rickenmann we discussed the most important genres and directors whereas questions like: Is lord of the rings really a must watched movie? Will be answered. If you want to hear Lum singing Mamma Mia, Raffa explaining why open endings are better then happy endings or Loïc's reason why he doesn't watch trailers.....grab your popcorn and enjoy the newest Fika Time Blockbuster!2023-06-2259 min
The Fika Time#18 Bedtime Special - Twinkle Twinkle Little StarIn this episode we welcome… no one – yes you heard right, it’s time for a special episode again! This time we invite you to our bedroom like in the movie Monster Inc. not to scare you, but to tell you a good night story. You have to stay until the end to hear the bedtime story "The foolish lion and the clever rabbit". Before that, Raffa and Lum discuss their night routine and whether and how they dream. Topics such as sleep paralysis, lucid dreams, sex dreams and much more are touched on, although, as is often the case...2023-06-0824 min
The Fika Time#17 Thomas Arnold - Will You Marry Me?In this episode we are pleased to welcome our friend Thomas Arnold from Switzerland. But it's not what you think. As he is currently living in Canada, we have an incredible amount to talk about. We discuss how a little Swiss guy copes in such a big country and what to look out for when buying a bear spray. Thomas gives us tips on how best to propose and what strategy to choose if you're not sure your partner will say yes. Lum reveals how difficult it will be to plan a wedding with his newfound fame. Or Raffa...2023-05-181h 06
The Fika Time#16 Confession Special - Downing a bottle of ketchupIt's time again for a new special episode of the fika time! This time we talked about the confessions our listeners have shared with us on social media and found out that some of our Tinder matches listen to our podcast. Additionally, Raffa and Lum reveal that they are not used to long parties and need more than a week to recover from Kingsday and Valborg. As usual, dark humor jokes are also shared, although definitely the time may have come that we can be canceled this time. Do you also want to find out if it's better to...2023-05-0456 min
The Fika Time#15 Arijit Goswami - A Guide to a Better Tinder ExperienceIn this episode, we are pleased to welcome our friend Arijit Goswami, who studied with us in Lund and now lives in India. With him, we first discuss his unpopular opinion that chocolate doesn't taste good (how is that possible, we wonder). In addition, we have again prepared a very exciting topic for you, i.e. world records of all kinds. Would Arijit like to balance a lawnmower on his forehead? Or what world record attempt does Lum recommend to improve his Tinder game? Raffa also reveals, alongside false facts, that there is only one way for him to...2023-04-171h 05
The Fika Time#14 Juliana Kössler – Salsa in the waterIn this episode we welcome the most likely best artistic swimmer coach Switzerland has ever had. Yes you heard right, in this episode we have the pleasure to have Juliana Kössler as our guest, who is training the Swiss artistic swimming team to qualify for the 2024 Olympics in Paris. Next to the Olympics we talked about sports in general and discussed whether chess can be considered as a sport and found out that Raffa cannot hold his breath for more than 30 seconds. Lum on the other hand reveals that Valon Behrami is his most iconic athlete and argues w...2023-04-061h 01
The Fika Time#13 Q&A Special - The truth comes outIn this episode we welcome... no one - yes you heard right, it's time for a special episode! The fika time hosts asked for anonymous questions and the loyal and beloved fika time listeners responded with many interesting, funny, but also spicy questions. Be ready to get to know Raffa and Lum better and find out what their red flags are when it comes to getting to know someone while going out on a date. Finally, you'll also discover what Lum's most unpopular opinion is and why he should probably lower his standards. In addition, you'll learn what Raffa...2023-03-231h 13
The Fika Time#12 Odilon Tilly Sardou – The Sunscreen DenierIn this episode, we welcome our good friend Odilon Tilly Sardou. Among other things, we talk to him about why sunscreen is not good for you, he explains why Cambodian sausage is a delicacy (or not), or why a juice diet is not for him. Lum explains why he is not a fan of bubble tea, or what a Japanese Affogato is. Raffa tells another inappropriate joke and explains why he remembers Pizza Thursday as a child. We also play a quiz this time, although the questions seem to be a bit harder than before. Or do you think...2023-03-021h 05
The Fika Time#11 Ema Krip – Podcast Shooting StarIn this episode you can look forward to exciting things! For the first time in the Fika Time podcast history, we have a successful podcaster joining us as a special guest. Her name is Ema Krip and she is the person behind the much more successful podcast called "Hoi Z'Ema", where she invites interesting guests such as university professors and talks about student and work life among other things. Accordingly, the three of us talk about how it feels to have a podcast and how we actually came up with this idea of recording ourselves and publishing it online...2023-02-1658 min
The Fika Time#10 Fabrizia Faria – Milk or Cereal first?In this episode, we welcome our guest and good friend Fabrizia Faria aka Fab. She grew up in Luxembourg, now lives in Amsterdam, speaks 6 languages fluently, and is incredibly smart. But she also has a couple of unpopular opinions which we definitely need to discuss with her. After that, we dive into today's topic: Self-Care. Do you want to know how Lum started taking care of his skin and bought countless beauty products, or why he suddenly became a stone skimming expert? Raffa explains why he spends so much money on his hair products and why perineum sunning is...2023-02-021h 00
The Fika Time#9 Erik Andrén – Who’s your caddy?In the second episode of the year, we continue with more novelties. In addition to using riverside for the first time, we also used chatGPT to set the topic for this episode. With our special guest Erik Andrén, we talked about how useful AI chatbots can be and how only Will Smith could stop AI robots from taking over the world. Erik Andrén also tells us what his favorite golf courses are and how he managed to achieve a handicap of 10. Raffa, on the other hand, enlightens us about the difference between Iron Man and Iron Woman an...2023-01-191h 00
The Fika Time#8 Samia Abdelgadir and Nira Ibe – Money or PassionIn the very first episode in 2023 we have 2 guests for you with Samia Abdelgadir and Nira Ibe. And that's not the only new thing, they are also our first two Swiss guests. With them we talk about our New Year's resolutions, or Nira and Raffa try to convince the other two why French fries are overrated. Then we discuss what our dream jobs were as kids, and learn why Lum didn't realize his career as a doctor. In addition, Samia explains to us how learning Latin helped her during her degree in history. In our quiz, the 3 are tested...2023-01-0558 min
The Fika Time#7 Rafae Ahmad - Dream Son-in-LawIn the last episode of 2022, we talk with Rafae Ahmad about hospitality and what you should consider as a good guest or host. Rafae shares with us how to behave or not behave when meeting your partner's parents for the first time - Quintessence don't be a d***. If you also want to know what to keep in mind when planning a good dinner with friends or family, Raffael gives you his secret tips along the way. Do you think you're better hosts than Raffael, Rafae, or Lum, or do you want to know which guest gifts are the...2022-12-221h 04
The Fika Time#6 Annefie Keij – Mariah (Don’t) CareyIn this episode, we bring the Christmas vibe to you with our guest Annefie Keij. What's your favorite part of Advent? We learn what kind of gifts Lum really likes (or doesn't like) or why Annefie thinks Harry Potter is just part of the Christmas season! If you want to know what it means to be really in Christmas fever and what kind of commitment it takes, Raffa has a story about his neighbor ready. We have a heated discussion about whether the traditional Christmas songs need to be included or if maybe some new songs should be introduced...2022-12-0857 min
The Fika Time#5 Camilla Hallin - Fashion Pyjama PartyIn this anniversary episode, you will find us becoming (wannabe) fashionistas and discussing the latest fashion trends and certain fashion crimes we committed. On the one hand, Lum gives a hate speech towards three-quarter trousers, but at the same time admits that he is part of the Birkenstock gang. On the other hand, Raffa talks about hairstyle trends and gives you tips on how to best dye your hair blonde. Camilla Hallin, however, raises the level, because she actually knows what she's talking about (unlike the hosts), having studied fashion business for her Bachelor's degree. Will she manage to...2022-11-241h 02
The Fika Time#4 Pablo Santi Velazco – Does Vietnamese Yogurt Live up to the Hype?We all want to travel, but everyone understands it differently. In this episode, we talk to Pablo Santi Velazco about our views on travel, how we imagine our dream vacation, and what our insider tips that you should definitely visit are. In addition, you will be able to see first-hand how our mathematical skills have been completely lost, as well as some geographical knowledge. Find out what kind of crazy food we eat on our travels, or not. Would you drink fermented horse milk, or would you rather have a chivito al pan? One of them must be incredibly...2022-11-101h 00
The Fika Time#3 Lovisa Idberg - A Guide to ThailandBy discussing the saying “home is where your heart is”, in this episode we discuss whether a typical Goulash can explain Lovisa Idberg’s move to Budapest or if Malmö deserves to be mentioned as one of the most liveable cities. We get to the bottom of the reasons why a lot of elderly Swiss and Swedish men emigrate to Thailand when there are also plenty of other beautiful places to go. Ask yourself, where are you at home and what is needed for the perfect city. Get yourself a cup of coffee and join us in the search for the...2022-10-271h 03
The Fika Time#2 Guus Schuurmans - One kiss too many or too few?In this episode, we talk to Guus Schuurmans (aka Sharky) about different rules, behavioral constraints, and traditions in various cultures. Questions upon questions come up, including... How do you properly greet and say goodbye? How do you celebrate someone in Denmark who is turning 25 and is still single? Or how does a newly married couple in Indonesia make sure their marriage is happy and successful? To find out, you'll have to join us on this journey. So make yourself comfortable with a cup of coffee and enjoy the ride with us.2022-10-101h 03
The Fika Time#1 Jesper Gunnarsson - The Fika Specialist (or not?)With the help of the first surprise guest Jesper Gunnarsson, we talked about what a true Scandinavian Fika looks like and whether tea should be involved in the discussion or not. Among other things like The Hair of the Dog, it was discussed whether it is better to Fika with Greta Thunberg or Carl XVI Gustaf. So grab a cup of coffee and enjoy the first episode with us. 2022-09-2957 min
The Fika TimeIntroduction to The Fika TimeA brief introduction to the new podcast The Fika Time. In this episode, we tell you what to expect in the upcoming sessions and how boring our lives are right now.2022-09-2219 min