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Two Worlds, One MeProf Dr Bharat PankhaniaToday’s conversation is powerful, moving, and deeply human.My guest is Councillor Professor Bharat Pankhania — the 798th Mayor of Bath — and a leading expert in communicable disease control. Many of you will recognise him as one of the calm, trusted medical voices who helped the public make sense of the COVID-19 pandemic.But this episode goes far beyond titles.Bharat shares his journey from a childhood in Nairobi, Kenya, to arriving in the UK at fourteen — a sudden departure, a new life, and experiences that left lasting scars. He speaks honestly about racism...
2026-01-241h 08
Two Worlds, One MeJoshuaIn this moving and memorable episode of Two Worlds, One Me, I sit down with British-Ghanaian artist Joshua Donkor, whose award-winning portraits explore diasporic identity, ancestral memory and the stories that shape who we are.Joshua's work is deeply personal, filled with image transfers, textures and fragments of family photographs, but it speaks to all of us who have ever wondered where we belong. We talk about growing up mixed-race in the UK, about finally visiting Ghana and meeting his grandmother, and dancing together when words weren’t possible. We also explore his time living in...
2025-12-1539 min
Two Worlds, One MeIrinaIn this deeply moving and deliciously evocative episode, I talk to Irina Janakievska – a North-Macedonian-British writer, recipe developer and author of the acclaimed The Balkan Kitchen. Born in Skopje, raised in Kuwait, and now based in London, Irina shares her remarkable journey across continents, cultures and careers – from corporate law to culinary storytelling.We talk about her vibrant multicultural upbringing, the legacy of former Yugoslavia, finding home in more than one place and how food can carry memory, history and identity across generations and borders. Irina tells the powerful story behind her cookbook, her mother’s bravery and th...
2025-06-081h 16
Two Worlds, One MeNoyaIn this episode, I speak with the incredible Noya Paulin – Vietnamese-born chef, entrepreneur, and the heart behind Noya’s Kitchen, one of Bath’s most celebrated restaurants. Noya shares her powerful journey, beginning in a coastal village in Vietnam, escaping the aftermath of war as a child refugee, and eventually building a new life in the UK.We talk about the resilience of her family, the challenges of growing up between two cultures, and how food became a beautiful way to stay connected to her roots. From sewing clothes out of curtains to running a restaurant from scratc...
2025-04-121h 03
Two Worlds, One MeNoyaIn this episode, I speak with the incredible Noya Paulin – Vietnamese-born chef, entrepreneur, and the heart behind Noya’s Kitchen, one of Bath’s most celebrated restaurants. Noya shares her powerful journey, beginning in a coastal village in Vietnam, escaping the aftermath of war as a child refugee, and eventually building a new life in the UK.We talk about the resilience of her family, the challenges of growing up between two cultures, and how food became a beautiful way to stay connected to her roots. From sewing clothes out of curtains to running a restaurant from scratc...
2025-04-101h 04
Two Worlds, One MeBiljanaIn this captivating episode of Two Worlds, One Me, I welcome the remarkable Biljana Lipic, affectionately known as Bee. Born in Sarajevo, in the former Yugoslavia—a country that no longer exists—Biljana’s journey is a poignant exploration of identity, belonging, and resilience.Now living on a houseboat in Cornwall, Biljana is a dance artist, Argentine tango teacher, and choreographer. Her story unfolds as a tapestry of creativity and reinvention, from her beginnings as a graphic designer to building thriving tango communities across Britain. Her latest endeavors in writing and filmmaking delve into profound themes of migrat...
2025-01-221h 07
Two Worlds, One MeSilviaWelcome back to "Two Worlds, One Me" I’m thrilled to introduce you to a truly inspiring guest - Silvia Leal.Silvia, originally from vibrant Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, now calls Copenhagen, Denmark, her home. For the past six and half years, with many challenges on the way, Silvia has been building a remarkable life in this Nordic city, balancing her career, family, and passions. With a background in engineering and an extraordinary knack for communication, Silvia thrives in her role at Ørsted, a leading Danish energy company.Beyond her professional life, Silvia is a...
2024-12-121h 15
Two Worlds, One MeSusan FangToday, we're diving into the extraordinary journey of Susan Fang, a leading figure in East Asia's education sector. With over two decades of expertise, Susan has been pivotal in linking East Asian students with UK higher education and independent schools.But Susan's story is more than just professional success. She's a passionate advocate for British education, bridging the gap between East and West. Despite juggling parenting and a busy schedule, Susan finds solace in the great outdoors, often tackling marathons. Fun fact: she completed her hundredth lifetime half marathon in August 2021—an incredible feat!...
2024-05-0757 min
Two Worlds, One MeLauraIn this new episode of our podcast, we are thrilled to introduce the incredibly talented Laura Marin, a 19-year-old Galician-Portuguese Philology student from the University of Coruña in Spain. Laura has garnered widespread attention on social media, charming audiences with her acoustic covers of Balkan songs—a passion that ignited when she was just a nine-year-old. Her self-taught mastery of Serbian and Croatian showcases her deep love for the music of the former Yugoslavia, steering her towards her dream of becoming a celebrated singer in the Balkan region.Join us as Laura shares her fascinating journey, del...
2024-03-2753 min
Two Worlds, One MeCodyWelcome to the latest episode of Two Worlds One Me! In this episode, I have the pleasure of hosting Cody McClain Brown, an Oklahoma native whose journey led him to Croatia after falling in love with a Croatian girl. Cody's captivating story unfolds in his bestselling book, "Chasing a Croatian Girl." Join us as we delve into Cody's roots in Oklahoma, his early passion for drawing, and the serendipitous encounter that changed his life forever. Discover the warmth of Croatian hospitality through Cody's lens, as he shares anecdotes about his wife and his mother-in-law's nurturing spirit. We also e...
2024-03-0151 min
Two Worlds, One MeRamajanaI am thrilled to introduce a guest whose life story is as diverse and captivating as the many places she's called home - Ramayana Mabita. Ramayana's life is a tapestry of experiences -she's been a refugee, an immigrant, and now, a serial expat, having lived in seven countries across three continents.Our journey with Ramayana starts with a fascinating revelation. I first came across her story on Davide Bailey's podcast, 'Englishman in the Balkans,' and was so intrigued by her experiences that I knew I had to invite her to share them with us too. T...
2024-01-131h 11
Two Worlds, One MeMananJoin us in this episode as we delve into the intriguing journey of Hafiz Abdul Manan, a seasoned engineer, passionate YouTuber, and a man whose life's canvas spans across continents.Originally from Pakistan, he moved to Estonia when he was 27 years old, and it's been eight years since his big move. He'll tell us about how he feels he's learned more in these eight years than in his entire life.Professionally, Manan is an engineer with over seven years of experience in the automotive industry. He also holds a master's degree in design from Estonia...
2023-11-0956 min
An Englishman in the BalkansMy Two Worlds:Hello, this episode is a bit different from normal, because I’m replaying a podcast episode thats not mine. Back in may I was a guest on a fantastic podcast hosted by Slavenka Vuković- Bryan called Two Worlds, One Me. I think the podcast title is pretty explanatory, but basically my two world have been and are, the UK and my now adopted home of Bosnia and Herzegovina. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.anenglishmaninthebalkans.info/subscribe
2023-10-221h 05
An Englishman in the Balkans.My Two Worlds: The UK and Bosnia and HerzegovinaHello, this episode is a bit different from normal, because I’m replaying a podcast episode thats not mine. Let me explain. Back in may I was a guest on a fantastic podcast hosted by Slavenka Vuković- Bryan called Two Worlds, One Me. I think the podcast title is pretty explanatory, but basically my two world have been and are, the UK and my now adopted home of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Now, many of you have asked time and time again for me to talk about how I arrived here in...
2023-10-221h 05
Two Worlds, One MeIvanHold onto your headphones because our latest episode is here, and it was well worth the wait! This time, we're sitting down with a true adventurer, Ivan Djogic, who seamlessly bridges the worlds of Croatia and Iran. While most people dream of exploring the West, Ivan chose a different path—a road less traveled to the East. He embarked on a remarkable journey to Iran, a destination many wouldn't even dare to consider. And the surprise? After just five and a half years living there, he now calls Iran his home.Ivan is not only an...
2023-09-261h 04
Two Worlds, One MeDavidJoin me in this episode of "Two Worlds, One Me", as I sit down with the fascinating David Bailey, or as he likes to call himself, Pejcinovic-Bailey. David has had an extraordinary life, starting with his career as a soldier, serving in Germany and the UK from mid to late 90s. But that was just the beginning.After leaving the military, David embarked on a new adventure as a broadcaster, working for renowned organisations like the BBC, Independent Radio, and British Forces Broadcasting. His experiences behind the microphone took him to various places around the world.
2023-05-221h 02
Two Worlds, One MeArlynWelcome to today's podcast episode featuring an incredible guest, Arlyn Kostelac. Arlyn has lived in three different worlds throughout her life - the Philippines where she was born, Japan where she spent seven years, and the US where she currently resides.In this episode, we have a delightful chat with Arlyn about her experiences navigating these diverse cultures and how they've influenced her identity. We delve into the challenges Arlyn faced during her childhood, her perseverance in fighting for a better life, her love for adventure and exploring new places, countries and meeting new people. We also...
2023-04-261h 05
Two Worlds, One MeMargoIn this podcast episode, you'll meet Margo D'Heygere. Margo's two worlds are Belgium and Denmark, and she loves to explore new cultures.In Denmark, Margo runs a buddy program that helps newcomers settle in easily. When she's not working, Margo likes to hang out with friends, try different food, and exercise. Margo is a very brave and curious person who enjoys learning and experiencing other cultures. During our chat, we talk about how important family and friends are in Denmark, the concept of hygge (which is about feeling cozy and content), and some tips on a...
2023-04-0538 min
Two Worlds, One MeMoonieToday I have the pleasure of featuring an amazing and inspirational businesswoman, Moonie Zhu. Moonie comes from two cultural worlds, China and Germany, and in this episode, she takes us on a journey through her childhood in Nanjing and shares with us her experiences and insights from her life.Moonie also talks about her decision to study in Germany and her first impressions of the country. She shares how her fearless attitude during her youth helped her navigate through unfamiliar territories. Additionally, we delve into her love for her own culture, language, and how being far away...
2023-02-2841 min
Two Worlds, One MeIanMy guest today is Ian Foster. His two worlds are England and Austria.Ian started his career with a degree in Southeast Asian studies from the University of Hull. Being very linguistically able, he studied quite a few different languages, with German being one of them. In 2015, he did an MBA in sustainable management and runs two companies. He has been married to a wonderful Austrian wife for 32 years now, and he has two grown up children.In our conversation we talk about his life, his travel adventures, about how he met his Austrian wife. We tal...
2023-01-1753 min
Two Worlds, One MeShokoToday, I would like to introduce you to my wonderful guest - Shoko Doherty. Her two worlds are Japan and Wales.Shoko is a CEO of Celtic English Academy, a British council accredited English language school in Cardiff.She is originally from Omuta, Fukuoka coal mining region of Japan.Shoko is educated in both Japan and Wales and has a music degree from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in Cardiff. She has a great interest in music, heritage, and culture of Wales and a strong passion for strengthening the links between these tw...
2022-12-1149 min
Two Worlds, One MeSoumayaMy amazing guest today is Soumaya Khalifa. Her two worlds are Egypt and the US.Soumaya specializes in intercultural communication, leadership development, religion in the workplace, corporate diversity, equality, inclusion and belonging.In our conversation, she tells us the story of her family's journey from Egypt to the States and how it all started. Along the way we talk about what it has been like living as an American Muslim and how she decided to start wearing a headscarf. We talk about islamophobia in the States and in the world in general. We discuss Soumaya's love of bot...
2022-11-2151 min
Two Worlds, One MeLeahIn this episode, I bring you Leah Merete Robb - a strong, resilient woman, painter and activist. Leah grew up in Scotland. Her father is Scottish and her mother is Danish. She studied art in Dundee in Scotland from 1996 to 2000, graduating with an honors degree in drawing and painting. Leah moved to the country of her mother's origin first in 2000.Along the way we talk about her childhood, her paintings. Leah's paintings speak volumes. They are very revolutionary, always inspiring the observer to change the world. We talk about Leah's in depth understanding of human nature and und...
2022-10-101h 01
Two Worlds, One MeMiekoMy guest today is Mieko Zukerman.She was born and grew up in a very traditional family in Tokyo, Japan, in the fifties. She did a degree in music at a music college in Tokyo, followed by a diploma in Japanese as a foreign language.Mieko's career started as a teacher of Japanese language, piano and swimming, in Tokyo. After some years, she met the love of her life, an Englishman, she got married, had two children, a daughter, and a son and when the children were 13 and nine years old, they moved to England in 1996.
2022-08-1848 min
Two Worlds, One MeNorma CarpediemMy very special guest today is Norma Beatriz Perez Gonzalez Brisbois, or she likes to call herself Norma Carpediem, which means "seize the day".With an MA in sociology, Norma has worked in cultural integration in humanitarian aid for over 14 years and she is always finding ways to empower the vulnerable and marginalized groups and minorities. Norma joins me to talk about her worlds which are so diverse and amazingly interesting.We talk about her childhood in the Dominican Republic, about the move to Spain then Belgium and finally Norway. Norma...
2022-07-2058 min
Two Worlds, One MeDafneIt is my absolute great pleasure to introduce you to my new amazingly talented guest, Dafne Kritharas.Dafne is a passionate singer with a divine voice, and I am so excited to tell you that you will be able to hear some of her beautiful songs, as we talk about her new album, Varka. Along the way we discuss what singing means to her and what inspires her to sing, write and compose.Dafne's cultural worlds are France and Greece. She talks about her childhood, about her father, her mother and her partner Paul, who i...
2022-05-1853 min
Two Worlds, One MeIvaYou are in for a treat in this episode. My guest today is Iva Bicanic. Iva is a Dutch Croatian clinical psychologist. She's a researcher, post-traumatic stress disorder therapist and she specializes in the treatment of victims of sexual abuse. Iva has spent over 20 years researching and changing the global conversation around this very difficult topic. Recently, Iva took an active part in making a 7 part series in which she and the crew revisited all the countries that used to be part of the former Yugoslavia, 30 years since the war and the break-up.Iva joi...
2022-04-2453 min
Two Worlds, One MeJake XuMy guest today is a very inspiring young entrepreneur Jake Xu. Jake joins me to talk about his two worlds - China and England, or more precisely Beijing and Bath. Jake and his twin brother Shane came to Bath some 22 years ago to study and experience life in Europe. In our conversation Jake takes us on this journey from his childhood in China to his current life in the UK. We talk about challenges with settling in and how he and his brother overcame them. Along the way we discuss his positive mindset, what home means to hi...
2022-04-101h 10
Two Worlds, One MeMichelVery excited about today's guest Michel Benedict. Michel was born in Switzerland and his other worlds are France, England and Brazil. He is a truly international businessman who has founded a great number of businesses. He's passionate about resilience, entrepreneurship and sustainability. He speaks five languages and is fascinated by foreign cultures. He loves good food, wine, travel, reading and the arts.Michel joins me to talk about the challenges of moving a whole family to settle abroad. Along the way we talk about languages and how they brought up their children tri-lingually. We explore w...
2022-03-2242 min
Two Worlds, One MeLachmiToday, I invite you to listen to Lachmi Bose. Lachmi's two worlds are India where she was born and grew up, and England, where has now lived for over 50 years. Lachmi joins me to talk about her childhood and how she still remembers the best lesson that her grandfather ever taught her. We talk about the move to England, how the family settled and how she felt proud wearing saris.Along the way we also talk about the sense of calm and safety that Lachmi felt on her visits to India, about the meaning of hom...
2022-02-2135 min
Two Worlds, One MeSandrineWhat a truly lovely episode I have for you today! So delighted to welcome my first guest from the second generation, Sandrine Japhet-Sibboni. Sandrine was born in France and it is her grandparents, on her father's side, who immigrated from Egypt, bringing her father and his brother with them as young children. Sandrine's mother is French and has always lived in France.Sandrine works in the beauty industry at L'Oreal, working with emerging markets. She loves her job, especially when it takes her around the world, where she visits customers' homes, the best part.
2022-02-0237 min
Two Worlds, One MeDoraMy wonderful guest this week is Dora Poni Loro. Dora's two worlds are South Sudan and Norway. She is a social worker with further studies in trauma-informed care, disclosure of sexual abuse in children and young people, and a master’s degree In child Welfare. She was born in South Sudan and has been living in Norway since 1999, so over 20 years.Dora is a mother of two. She is a passionate social activist who advocates on issues concerning youth and women empowerment, cross-cultural parenting, migration challenges and active participation and representation of minorities in the Nor...
2022-01-1838 min
Two Worlds, One MeTatianaWhat a truly lovely guest in this episode! I am delighted to welcome Tatiana Gibson onto the podcast. Tatiana joins me to talk about her three worlds - Russia, Scotland and Spain (Tenerife). Along the way we discuss her passion for travel & adventure, her love of hot summers and ocean views that she is so grateful for in Tenerife.Tatiana talks about her love of studying and always learning something new. She is an amazing woman who likes to take up new challenges. Even though her twins keep her very busy, she is currently running courses and...
2021-12-211h 11
Two Worlds, One MeRosaMy guest today is Rosa Bethell, a wonderfully charming education agent.She joins me to talk about her worlds - Kazakhstan, Russia and England. Along the way, we talk about her childhood in Kazakhstan, growing up "behind the iron curtain" at the time of the USSR, about the loss of her father at a young age, about her life in Switzerland and why she did not enjoy it as much. Rosa talks about the beauty of Kazakhstan and how, thanks to the Borat movie, people are able to place Kazakhstan on the map. We talk about Kazakh f...
2021-12-0752 min
Two Worlds, One MeMaureenToday I welcome the inimitable Maureen Freely who introduces us to her three worlds - the USA, Turkey and England. What a treat and privilege to have Maureen as my guest. Maureen is a writer with seven novels to her name and many other strings to her bow. She is well-known as a translator of the Turkish Nobel Laureate, Orhan Pamuk. She has also brought into English several classics as well as works by Turkish rising stars.For many years, she worked as a journalist in London, writing about literature, social justice, and hu...
2021-11-2159 min
Two Worlds, One MeJonathanI am very excited about sharing this great conversation with you. My guest, Jonathan Hedley, joins me to discuss his many cultural worlds that include the UK, Italy, the US and France.We touch on his childhood - his father was a professional musician. His parents divorced when he was only 6 years old, and he was brought up by his mum and his grandmother. Along the way we talk about Newcastle and how it did not inspire Jonathan and as a result he did not feel that it was his home. We talk about his hitch...
2021-10-251h 13
Two Worlds, One MeAna TajderWell, well - you are in for another treat here! My guest today is Ana Tajder, an extremely charming writer, blogger and podcaster. She joins me to talk about her three worlds, Croatia, Austria and the US. We talk about how she and her mum decided to leave what was then Yugoslavia, to find a refuge in Austria where her father already lived and where she joined an international school. We talk about their life at that time, and what inspired her to write her book "Titoland". Our conversation takes us to her podcast "Thank You Mama", wh...
2021-10-1248 minTwo Worlds, One MeRuth HughesIn this episode, I bring you Ruth Hughes. Ruth is a positive psychology expert and specialises in cultural shock. She has a particular interest in supporting resilience in those experiencing change, through facilitating a greater understanding of the emotional impact of culture shock on identity. Ruth has experienced cultural shock herself and she takes us through her very interesting experiences in Zambia, where she lived for over 10 years. She explains the workings of positive psychology and how cultural shock works, its curve and different stages of it. Ruth is a true professional and this very engaging conversation will...
2021-09-1155 minTwo Worlds, One MeDin GhaniIn this episode I bring you Din Ghani, an inspiring man whose two worlds take us to Malaysia in the 60s and England. Din is a wonderfully talented man whose mantra in life is "never miss an opportunity to learn something new". We talk about his childhood and how he was educated together with Brunei princes. We discuss his love of Malaysian food, his passion for the lute playing, how he taught himself to play the lute and even made his own lute. You are in for a treat as Din plays "Fantasia" by Francesco da Milano for you, a very...
2021-07-1137 minTwo Worlds, One MeSlavenka (my worlds)This episode is a little different from my usual episodes - I am joined by my friend Jane who talks to me about my own two worlds. I decided to tell you about my two worlds as many of you have asked me "What about your story? " So here we go, specially for my listeners, I take you to my two worlds - Croatia, or really former Yugoslavia, and England.We talk about travel and how it broadens your horizons and how you never return to the "old you" after travelling. Along the way we talk about weddings...
2021-06-061h 23Two Worlds, One MeEllie HannIn today's episode I talk to Ellie Hann. On her travels around the world, Ellie decided to stay in Hong Kong and teach English there. Ellie is a great teacher who enjoys a good challenge. In this episode we talk about how easy it is to find work in Hong Kong, about dragon boat racing, about Hong Kong as a place to live, with all its attractions and challenges. Ellie talks about her newly discovered passion for fitness and how she loves the heat and the sun. Tune in and enjoy this journey to Hong Kong.Ellie's...
2021-05-2532 minTwo Worlds, One MeNikolayIn this episode I bring you none other than Nikolay Bogatyrev - a very prolific scientist who, amongst many other very exciting projects, researched the life of bumblebees, much-loved insects that pollinate our crops and wildflowers.We talk about his two worlds, Russia and the UK, about his creative writing and how different it is to write for science and to write creatively. We talk about how English winters sometimes feel colder than Siberian ones. We listen to a tiny extract from his YouTube channel where Nikolay reads in Russian. Tune in and enjoy!To connect wit...
2021-05-1126 minTwo Worlds, One MePeterToday I invite you to listen to Peter Hopwood. Peter was born in the UK and for the last 21 years has been living in Croatia. He is a great speaker, brilliant story-teller and a very inspiring and positive person. He coaches people to deliver stories with stronger impact.Along the way we talk about how he travelled the world then settled in Croatia, how he learnt the very complex Croatian language. We talk about diversity and lack of it. We discuss how moving away from your country of birth and settling to live in another country makes...
2021-04-2656 minTwo Worlds, One MeKaeI am very excited while writing this - in this episode I bring you Kae Bahar.Kae is an award winning film producer and a a great story-teller. He takes us on a journey through Kurdistan, from his childhood to now. He takes us through his amazingly challenging but very inspiring life. We talk about Kurdistan and what it means to be Kurdish, about how he got into films and film making. We talk about his plans for his new film and about how important it is to celebrate life with all its ups and downs. Kae is su...
2021-04-111h 17Two Worlds, One MeAnatolieIn this episode I introduce you to Anatolie Cantir and his two worlds - Moldova and Denmark.Anatolie is extremely witty and speaks with wonderful charm, enthusiasm and energy. Along the way we talk about his culture shock, his "lost in translation" moments, the key differences between his two cultures and how he feels happiest amongst his international friends.Anatolie is an associate professor at VIA University College in Denmark. He is a lecturer, blogger and an expert on Danish culture. Have a listen - Anatolie's story is sure to put a smile on your face.
2021-03-3047 minTwo Worlds, One MeMatIn this episode my guest Mat Terrett joins me to talk about his two worlds - China and the UK. Mat takes us on his journey from backpacking adventures around the world to an academic teaching career in China. We talk about unusual food textures and smells, about raising a family in China and much more. Being primarily an artist, Mat approaches life with curiosity, imagination and insatiable love of adventure. I really liked this interview - interesting and funny. Tune in and enjoy!_____If you would like to talk to me about your two...
2021-03-2449 minTwo Worlds, One MeElenaMy guest today is Elena Thomas (Ellie). She joins me to talk about her two worlds - Bulgaria and England. Ellie is an amazing, vibrant and warm-hearted soul who remains very connected to the country of her birth. We talk about growing up in a communist country, about the meaning of community, about children, parents and some amazing Bulgarian food.You will find this episode very interesting and I am so glad to share it with you.This link will take you to Ellie's first children's book. https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1838411305/ref=cm_s...
2021-03-1436 minTwo Worlds, One MeWenkaiIn this podcast Wenkai takes us to Suzhou, China, where she was born. We talk about her two worlds, about what it is like to be different, about her harrowing and difficult experiences of being bullied at school, and how she wanted to be strong for her parents all that time. Now living in the UK, Wenkai tells us about her life here, her scientific experiments in fermenting koji and much more. You will find this episode thought provoking. Enjoy listening!_____If you would like to talk to me about your two worlds, I would love...
2021-03-0842 minTwo Worlds, One MeMujibMy guest this week is Mujib Khan. Mujib joins me to talk about his childhood and growing up in Pakistan. Along the way he talks about his travels around the country when he was a civil servant, about Pakistani arranged marriage tradition, about his gradual move to the UK and much more. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed talking this very charming guest._____If you would like to talk to me about your two worlds, I would love to hear from you. Please feel free to contact me. My address is h...
2021-03-0152 minTwo Worlds, One MeSimiMy guest today is Simi Rezai-Ghassemi. Simi is so eloquent, interesting and sweet-natured. She joins me to talk about her worlds, about her love of cooking and how it all started, about how Iranian people celebrate Yalda night and much more. You are in for a treat.Simi's website_____If you would like to talk to me about your two worlds, I would love to hear from you. Please feel free to contact me. My address is hello@twoworlds.oneme.cafeMusic thanks to John BartmannThanks fo...
2021-02-2249 minTwo Worlds, One MeLesleaIn this episode I welcome Leslea Petersen, a very uplifting person, a Brit married to a Dane. Leslea helps internationals in Copenhagen increase their visibility to get hired quickly. We talk about her initial struggles to settle, about the Danish work-life balance, and, of course, about hygge and much more. A Darlington girl with a Danish perspective - what a lovely podcast guest - I hope you enjoy!Hygge /ˈh(j)uːɡə/ Danish - word for a mood of coziness and comfortable conviviality with feelings of wellness and contentment.Leslea's company _____If yo...
2021-02-1528 minTwo Worlds, One MeHalaFor this episode I am delighted to welcome Hala. Born in Damascus, Syria, Hala joins me to talk about her journey to safety in the UK, with her young family. Imagine losing everything. What a brave and strong woman! Thank you Hala for your story, you are truly an inspiration!_____If you would like to talk to me about your two worlds, I would love to hear from you. Please feel free to contact me. My address is hello@twoworlds.oneme.cafeMusic thanks to John BartmannTh...
2021-02-0824 minTwo Worlds, One MeLouisaThis week I bring you Louisa, a very calm and genuine individual. She joins me to talk about her three worlds - the Netherlands, the UK and Belgium. An original and brave mum of two teenagers talks about Dutch directness and what it means to her, about cycling, licorice and the meaning of "gezellig".______If you would like to talk to me about your two worlds, I would love to hear from you. Please feel free to contact me. My address is hello@twoworlds.oneme.cafeMusic thanks to John BartmannT...
2021-02-0132 minTwo Worlds, One MeMashaYou are in for a treat in this episode - I bring you Masha, a cosmopolitan painter and a soprano singer. She talks about her three or more worlds and how music and art can help make a difference in the world. Masha treats you to one of the most beautiful songs from her recent album Rachmaninov Songs. Her voice is so beautiful it brings you comfort in these challenging times.To see her artwork, please visit her website, which will soon feature her new collection of paintings.______If you would like to...
2021-01-2534 minTwo Worlds, One MeTrishaTrisha Kumar joins me to talk about her two or more worlds, about her life in Mexico City, about her song writing and passion for adventure and travel. Along the way we talk about the importance of language for integrating in a new culture. What makes Trisha so special is her boundless energy, charisma and talent in music. I hope you enjoy listening, and if you do, please subscribe and follow.______If you would like to talk to me about your two worlds, I would love to hear from you. Please feel free to contact m...
2021-01-1824 minTwo Worlds, One MeChararehI am so honoured to have Charareh Pourzand on the podcast. Her integrity and intelligence, forged through over 30 years of working as a scientist and researcher, shine through everything she does.Charareh is a Swiss Iranian who moved to Bath in mid-nineties. She is an academic reader in biopharmaceutics in the Department of Pharmacy and Pharmacology at Bath University. Charareh has an active research laboratory and works mostly on the effects of sunlight on skin.Charareh's hobby is teaching traditional Persian and Middle-Eastern Belly-dance. All proceeds of her dance classes are donated to Médecins Sa...
2021-01-1134 minTwo Worlds, One MeLizAs we step into the new year, I talk to someone who is very positive, authentic, supportive, insightful and empathetic - to Liz Brooks.Liz is an American who has lived in Britain for 30 years and she joins me to talk about her two worlds, her feelings about them and how they define her as a person.Listen on to hear Liz' story - thanks to Liz for sharing it with us._____If you would like to talk to me about your two worlds, I would love to hear from you. Please feel fr...
2021-01-0526 minTwo Worlds, One MeSaiedIn this episode, I am delighted to welcome Saied Dai to the podcast. Persian by birth, Saied Dai was born in Tehran and came to England at the age of six. He trained at The Royal Academy of Arts in London and works as a professional artist.Saied lives and works in Bath, UK, with his wonderful wife, the artist, Charlotte Sorapure.Saied's story is very powerful - it moved me and made me think. I hope it does the same to you.You can find out more about Saied's art in the f...
2020-12-2827 minTwo Worlds, One MeAniMy guest in this episode is Ani Brayley whose three worlds are Canada, Croatia and Britain. Ani joins me to talk about her feelings, connections to each of her three worlds and we conclude with lessons and advice to other people, who are settling in new countries. What makes Ani so special is her honesty and her wonderfully creative way with words.Thank you Ani - your words will help a great many people looking for best ways to integrate. _____If you would like to talk to me about your two worlds, I w...
2020-12-2131 minTwo Worlds, One MeWelcome!Hello and Welcome to Two Worlds. One Me. Cafe - the podcast where we talk to interesting people from all over the world. Over a cup of coffee, we share feelings and life stories and learn from each others experiences. Feel free to subscribe, so you don't miss an episode.Website: twoworlds.oneme.cafe--Photo thanks to Chronis Yan on UnsplashMusic thanks to John BartmannThanks for listening!Music thanks to John Bartmann
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