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Everyday GermanyListener feedback: Nina's revoked Bavarian passport, Shaun's masonry oven, and moreNina and Shaun respond to some listener comments - and talk about their first semi-mean YouTube comment.The other Nürnberg podcasts Harald mentioned: Entbehrliches and Ach! SEND US MESSAGES OR FEEDBACK!Contact us: info@everydaygermany.deSubscribe to our YouTube channel: Everyday Germany on YouTubeMusic + Artwork by Adrian Bran2023-03-0130 min
The Germany ExperienceHow German are you? (Nina from Germany)The Germany Experience is back with a repost from Shaun's other podcast, Everyday Germany. Nina joins Shaun to see which one of them is more German.Subscribe to Everyday Germany where Shaun and Nina discuss their observations of German life, culture and language: EVERYDAY GERMANYThe book we used as a basis for this episode: Ze Germans: An expat's guide to living in Germany by Fadi GaziriThe Germany Experience podcast episodes featuring Fadi: Apologizing in Germany, sauna surprises, and making friends and Writing a Eurovision song, and traveling to the A...2023-03-0150 minEveryday GermanyShaun's fire emergency // Voluntary emergency services in GermanyNina and Shaun discuss voluntary emergency services in Germany, and how volunteering could be a good thing for foreigners who want to make friends and connect with the local community. Contact us: info@everydaygermany.deSubscribe to our YouTube channel: Everyday Germany on YouTubeSEND US MESSAGES OR FEEDBACK!Contact us: info@everydaygermany.deSubscribe to our YouTube channel: Everyday Germany on YouTubeMusic + Artwork by Adrian Bran2023-01-1833 minThe Germany Experience4GEPADFO charity drive update, and when The Germany Experience will be backShaun gives an update on 4GEPADFO (spoiler: we made our 500€ goal!). But you can still donate to this great cause (a hotline providing psychosocial support for Ukrainian children and youths:Donate to krisenchatListen to Shaun's new English podcast with Nina about life in Germany: EVERYDAY GERMANYSupport the showInstagram: the.germany.experienceOfficial podcast website: https://thegermanyexperience.deYouTube channel: https://youtube.com/c/thegermanyexperienceContact me: info@thegermanyexperience.dePodcast Intro Music by...2023-01-0404 min
The Germany ExperienceGetting ready to leave Germany (Nicole from The Expat Cast)Nicole joins me this week to discuss some big changes in her life – she's leaving Germany. In this episode, she explains what's happening and why she's making the move.We also talk about our charity drive for 2022 - AND WE NEED YOU TO DONATE!4GEPADFO time: charity drive 2022As we do every year, Nicole of The Expat Cast and I are raising money for a charity - but this time, instead of a competition, we're doing it together! The project we're supporting this year: krisenchat, which provides psychosocial support for young Ukranians. 2022-12-2247 minEveryday GermanyIntroducing Shaun and Nina, and potential potato contentShaun's podcast about life in Germany for foreigners (where Nina is a frequent guest): The Germany ExperienceShaun and Nina's podcast in German: Die deutsche und der AusländerContact us: info@everydaygermany.deSEND US MESSAGES OR FEEDBACK!Contact us: info@everydaygermany.deSubscribe to our YouTube channel: Everyday Germany on YouTubeMusic + Artwork by Adrian Bran2022-12-2113 min
The Germany ExperienceGerman traditions or superstitions? (Nina from Germany)If you've ever wished a German "Happy birthday" before their actual birthday, you will no doubt have quickly learnt that it's just not done. It's just a tradition based on superstition, but many Germans abide by it. So, is it tradition, or actually superstition? Shaun has his opinion, and he talks with Nina, a German, about it. They also cover the "Eisheilige" belief that you shouldn't sow certain plants before middle of May, drinking traditions, and more. We also cover what the daddy long legs spider is called in German.Show notes: S...2022-06-0829 min
The Germany ExperienceChoosing a rural life, coming to Germany as a lawyer, and a giant tea cup (Rachel from South Africa)It only took 106 episodes, but Shaun finally has a South African guest on the podcast! Rachel is a lawyer (also a first) who has only been in Germany for a few weeks. She discusses her first impressions of Germany, choosing between a corporate and a startup when she was looking for a job, and why she is leaning towards a more rural life in Germany. She also explains why winter jackets are such foreign things to people from the southern hemisphere and we marvel over her very large tea cup.Rachel on Instagram: @RachInBerlinSome...2022-02-2345 min
The Germany ExperienceWorking in tech in Germany (Yotzín from Mexico)What's it like working in tech in Germany? What do foreigners need to know about finding a tech job in Germany? Yotzín, from Mexico, joins me to answer these questions and discuss his experiences working in the tech field in Germany. We cover the Blue Card visa, changing tech jobs, and understanding the job market. Yotzin on Instagram: @yotzincortezMy recent guest podcast appearances:The Expat Cast: A South African, a Filipino,& an American Walk into a Bakery... with Shaun & LawinThe Canadian Wants To Know: Chat with a South AfricanSE...2021-10-2044 min
The Germany ExperienceApologizing in Germany, sauna surprises, and making friends: an expat's guide to living in Germany (Fadi Gaziri from the UK)Fadi Gaziri has written a book about life in Germany for foreigners called, "Ze Germans: An Expat's Guide to Living in Germany", and he joins me to discuss the book and some of his insights from his experiences in the country. We cover apologizing in Germany, sauna surprises, making friends, and why Fadi actually likes it here. Plus, we do the "How German Are You?" quiz from his book to see which one of us is the most Germanized. "Ze Germans: An exapt's guide to living in Germany" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Fadi-Gaziri...2021-06-0952 min
The Germany ExperienceBeer, digitization, security, and education: our preconceived notions of Europe (Lawin from the Philippines)Before you move to a foreign country, you inevitably have a picture of what it's like in your mind. Maybe you got it from TV and books, or perhaps you've met tourists from that country. Lawin, host of the Pop Your Cultural Cherry podcast, joins me to discuss our preconceived notions of Germany and Europe, and what the reality was for us. Pop Your Cultural Cherry podcast: https://linktr.ee/popyourculturalcherryPop Your Cultural Cherry on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popyourculturalcherry/The Germany Experience episode about beer I referenced: https://www.thegermanyexperience.de...2021-05-1943 min
The Germany ExperiencePlanning a summer trip to the mountains (Ceri from the UK)If things in Germany continue easing up, vacation will again be possible this summer. A very popular tourist destination is the mountainous region of Bavaria. Ceri, originally from the UK, runs a mountain tour and trekking company there called Four Elements. She joins me to discuss how to avoid tourist hot spots in the mountains this summer, how to prepare for a trip, and also how her love for the outdoors has shaped her time in Germany. Ceri's mountain tour company: https://www.4elements.eu/Karwendel, the hiking region she mentioned2021-05-1240 min
The Germany ExperienceThree key factors for making friends in Germany (Nadja from Germany)Nadja Todt was born and raised in Germany, but spent 11 years abroad. She describes herself as a global citizen, change-maker, international experience expert, community connector and mentor, and a German and English language consultant. Nadja offers a program called "45 Days to Meaningful Friendships and Connections", and so I asked her to come on the podcast and discuss her insights. Her discussion centers around the what she sees as three central topics of making friendships: knowing yourself, being aware of your communication style, and making deeper connections. Nadja's links:2021-05-0539 minThe Germany ExperienceSEGEPADFO charity challenge wrap-up, and when The Germany Experience will be backThe SEGEPADFO charity challenge, where I went up against Nicole of The Expat Cast to see who could raise the most money for a project by Über den Tellerrand, is over. Who won the challenge, and how much we raised, is all in this update episode. Plus: I'll tell you when I'll be back with new episodes. Thank you to everyone who donated! See our video promo outtakes: SEGEPADFO video promo outtakesThe project we were supporting: Portable kitchen for Über den Tellerrand FreiburgSupport the showInstagram: t...2020-12-2806 minThe Germany ExperienceSEGEPADFO charity challenge update, and the truth about Nicole of The Expat CastDonate in the SEGEPADFO charity challenge: https://www.thegermanyexperience.de/charity2020/I'm going head-to-head with Nicole to see who can raise the most money for Über den Tellerrand - specifically, to help them raise money for a portable kitchen that will enable them to expand and improve their events. And their events are aimed at promoting diversity and acceptance in Germany by bringing together migrants and Germans. More information at the link above. Right now, The Germany Experience is in the lead - but there's still time (until the 24th December) for you t...2020-12-2107 min
The Germany ExperienceLearning assertiveness from Germans, and growing to love a city (Jenna from Canada)Jenna is from Canada who is living in Düsseldorf. She is the creator of Life in Duesseldorf, has just started the Life in Germany YouTube channel. We discuss why she moved to Germany, her recent bout of COVID-19, and why she loves German barbecue culture.Jenna on Instagram: @lifeindusSEGEPADFO UPDATE:Nicole of The Expat Cast and I are going head-to-head to raise money for Über den Tellerrand - in specific, we're supporting a project of theirs to build a mobile kitchen. To find out more and to donate, visit our SE...2020-12-1441 min
The Germany ExperienceComing to Germany during a pandemic (Cassie from Australia)Cassie from Australia wanted to continue her music studies in Germany, and her plans were already underway when the pandemic struck. It put her plans on hold, but Cassie was still able to push through and move to Weimar. I discuss with her what it was like to move to Germany during a pandemic, and what her first impressions of Germany are. Cassie on Instagram: @cassie_slaterSEGEPADFO Charity ChallengeNicole of The Expat Cast and I are going head-to-head to raise money for Über den Tellerrand - in specific, we're supporting a...2020-12-0736 min
The Germany ExperienceSinging soul in Germany, and BLM from a distance (Alicia from the USA)Alicia is a soul and blues singer currently living in Germany. She moved from Texas, USA to Germany complete her studies just over a year ago. I discuss with Alicia what her mindset is after moving countries in such a turbulent year, what her feelings on Germany are, and how she was able to speak out for Black Lives Matter from Germany. Watch Alicia's BLM speech in HannoverVisit Alicia's website to watch videos of her performing and to learn more about her: Alicia Cibola MusicFollow her on Instagram: aliciacibolaAlicia on...2020-11-3047 minThe Germany ExperienceAdvent Charity Challenge Announcement - SEGEPADFOVisit the official SEGEPADFO page for more information!As we did last year, Nicole of The Expat Cast (my sworn rival) and I will be facing off to see who can raise the most money for charity this Advent. SEGEPADFO stands for "Second Ever Germany Expat Podcasters Advent Donations Face Off".This year, the charity we’ve chosen to support is Über den Tellerrand. Their aim: create opportunities for people of different cultures to meet and get to know each other, based on shared interests. Their diverse act...2020-11-2900 min
The Germany ExperienceAntoinette Emily from New ZealandYou probably know Antoinette Emily from her YouTube channel. Originally from New Zealand, she moved to Germany to be with her then-boyfriend (now-husband) over 10 years ago. We discuss the story of how she came to Germany, the importance of having international friends in Germany, raising bilingual children, why you probably shouldn't build a house in Germany, and, of course, her YouTube channel. Antoinette's YouTube channel: Antoinette EmilyAntoinette on Instagram: @antoinette_nzGERMAN UNCOVERED COURSE - BLACK FRIDAY DISCOUNT!The German Uncovered language course, plus bonsues, is discounted...2020-11-2342 min
The Germany Experience"Germany chose me" (Sneha from India)Sneha from India moved to Germany in 2011. A professional Indian classical dancer, she was expecting something similar to New York, where people knew about the artform of Indian classical dance. Instead, she found herself constantly having to explain to Germans that it wasn't Bollywood dancing that she does...Sneha explains how she quickly started establishing herself in her artform in Germany by putting on shows, and then later teaching young girls the art of Bharatanatyam. She also takes us through the story of how, when her personal life began falling apart, Munich showed her love and gave...2020-11-1650 min
The Germany ExperienceTeenagers' perspective: Life in Germany & traveling with family (Anna & Alex from the USA)Back in May 2020, I had Linda of the Travelteening blog on the podcast to talk about moving to Germany and traveling around with teenagers. Now, I have the teenagers on! Anna and Alex talk about their move to Germany, their lives here, and about traveling with family. OTHER SHOW NOTESLockdown ignored: Munich police shut down child's birthday party with 100+ guestsMy "Warteschlangenungeduldigkeit" post on Instagram Bavarian Infection Protocol Ordinance in German: Infektionsschutzmaßnahmenverordnung GERMAN UNCOVERED STORY-BASED LANGUAGE COURSEGerman Uncovered is a comprehensive German course for beginners, where you learn Ger...2020-11-0940 min
The Germany ExperienceAsk a German: Bureaucracy, German pillows, standing in line, and recruitment through fruit (Dominik, Jürgen & Philipp from Ach?)You sent in your questions, and I put them to Germans to get the answers. It's Ask A German time!The three German guests are the always funny and entertaining hosts of the German podcast, Ach! They answer the questions that listeners sent in over the past few months, and in the process shed some light on some issues foreigners in Germany know all too well. We even come up with a new crime in Germany: Warteschlangeungeduldigkeit (waiting line impatience). Their website: das-a.chFollow Ach! on Twitter: das_achThe questions...2020-11-0257 min
The Germany ExperienceLearning about "Mittagsruhe", integrating through a "Kinderladen", and the impact of Brexit (Fiona from the UK)Fiona and her husband are opera singers from the UK who moved to Germany for work. I first met her when she appeared on the episode about Parkrun in Germany, and I wanted to find out more about her path to journey and experiences here...so I invited her back on the show. In our chat, she talks about how she learnt about the "Mittagsruhe" rule in Germany, what a "Kinderladen" is and why it's a help for integrating, the effects or Brexit on her life, and "Geisterfahrers" (wrong-way drivers). Fiona on Instagram: @volbeat_floFiona...2020-10-2659 min
The Germany ExperienceWurst/arsch/schwein idioms, why “Der/Die/Das” is weird, and sitting down to pee in Germany (Ricardo from Brazil & Ivan from Bulgaria)Ricardo from Brazil and Ivan from Bulgaria are the people behind the Can You German? Instagram account. They met by chance in Germany, where they became friends. Later, when Ivan was stuck in Brazil due to COVID-19, they spent a lot of time together, and it was during this time that Can You German? was born. We discuss their Instagram page, why German is obsessed with idioms that have to do with sausage, ass, and pigs, and the culture shock for men when they learn that sitting down to pee in German is the norm. ...2020-10-1956 min
The Germany ExperienceThings to know before learning German (Elysse from Elysse Speaks)Elysse is the host of Elysse Speaks, a YouTube channel about her experiences learning multiple languages (including sign language). One of the languages she speaks is German, and I invited her on the podcast to talk about German, what would have been good to know before learning German, and why learning German is like being in a complicated but cool relationship. Elysse's video that we base our discussion on: What I wish I knew BEFORE learning GermanSubscribe to Elysse's YouTube channel: Elysse SpeaksFollow her on Instagram: @elyssespeaksElysse's German learning...2020-10-1240 min
The Germany ExperienceThe attraction of Munich, the versatility of “Doch!”, and environmentalism in Germany (Sarah from Canada)Sarah from Canada came to Munich 4 years ago to get her Masters degree. At first the plan was to stay two years (which at the time she felt was too long). But soon she fell in love with Munich and found many reasons to stay. Sarah discusses those reasons with me, as well as how she went about learning German, the magic of the word, "Doch", and her observations of environmentalism in Germany.Sarah also hosts a podcast about international life with a focus on relationships called Falling Hard, and she has a blog about environmentalism and...2020-10-0554 min