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The Germany Experience

Life in Germany, as seen through the eyes of outsiders. Featuring the stories of foreigners who moved to Germany - either temporarily or permanently - and tips and advice for life in Germany. Get an inside view of the joys, the frustrations, and the quirks of adapting to the culture and learning German. New episodes every second Wednesday.

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00:27:09

parkrun Germany

The Germany Experience ·

2019/09/22

The parkrun concept is simple: you turn up on a Saturday morning and you walk, jog, or run 5km. The best thing? It's free. Since it started in 2004, it has become a global phenomenon. And it's a great thing for expats, too: get out and exercise, and meet new people!In this episode, I talk to the organizers of the Wöhrder See parkrun in Nürnberg about the concept.The parkrun website: https://www.parkrun.com/The parkrun Germany website (in German): https://www.parkrun.com.de/The

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00:26:37

Defining "Expat"

The Germany Experience ·

2019/09/15

What exactly is an "expat"? Turns out this question is not as straight forward as Shaun used to think. He goes into some of the problems surrounding the terminology, and also defines his interpretation of it for the podcast. He also reads out Apple Podcast reviews for the show, talks about some blog posts on the Expat Life Germany website (5 Cultural Things to Expect in a German Workplace and Germans Are Weird About Birthdays), and discusses the traditions around the first day of

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00:12:57

BONUS: Social Media and Expats, Charity Work as an...

The Germany Experience ·

2019/09/11

In the last episode, Anna Noakes Schulze dropped so many insights about expat life that I had to edit some of it out. Since it'd be a shame for it to go to waste, I decided to put it in a bonus episode. Here is more Anna, and we go into detail about social media, how to help others by first taking care of yourself, and why she is not afraid to make connections with people who might be moving on in the future. Visit Anna's website: https://www.sunflowerux.com/Ask Anna questions in

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00:50:07

Living Abroad Teaches Us the Power of Connections...

The Germany Experience ·

2019/09/04

Anna Noakes Schulze from Canada presented a TEDx talk called “Living Abroad Teaches Us the Power of Connections”, and in it she tells her own expat story to demonstrate how those that we make connections with shape our lives and who we are, even if we don't live near them. This will resonate with many expats, and so I invited her to come on the show. In this interview, she expands on the TEDx talk to reveal her wisdom and insights that describe the expat experience. She discusses the

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01:12:43

Finding and Getting a Job In Germany

The Germany Experience ·

2019/08/27

For all the links mentioned in the episode (there are a few!), go to the Finding and Getting a Job in Germany blog post.I go through some of the ins and outs of getting a job in Germany. To help me, I got Cheryl Howard of cherylhoward.com to discuss her experiences as a job seeker in Berlin (she's interviewed for dozens of jobs). Then Abi from IamExpat.de joins me to discuss what goes in a German Curriculum Vitae, as well as some general tips for writing the document. I also give you

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00:38:01

Through the Eyes of a Newly-Arrived Expat (Sarah From...

The Germany Experience ·

2019/08/12

I first interviewed Sarah back in July for a bonus episode, because she'd almost been caught by a scam. We had such a great discussion that I wanted to have her back on the show, and here she is. Although Sarah is new in Berlin, she is by no means new to the expat way of life: she has lived in Syria, Canada, Dubai, Malaysia, Japan, and now, Germany. She discusses how her international background has made adapting to new cultures easier, and how she views her identity. She also gives

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00:47:19

Tim From France - Not So Far From Home

The Germany Experience ·

2019/08/06

Tim Bourguignon is a French citizen who moved to Germany to be with his wife. He describes himself as coming in four flavors: Agile Coach, Chief Learning Officer, Mentoring Advocate, and Public Speaker. He also hosts a podcast called Software Developer’s Journey. After bad experiences learning German in school, Tim picked up German again years later when he actually moved to the country. In our interview, we discuss how his learning was aided by his colleagues, the Volkshochschule (adult

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00:16:51

The E-Scooterpocalypse & Feeling Dumb in Germany

The Germany Experience ·

2019/07/29

There are a lot of people—expats and Germans alike—who are not pleased about the e-scooter situation in big cities since it became legal for them to share bicycle paths and roads. E-scooter riders are apparently fast, reckless, and they just leave them parked anywhere and everywhere. But surely it can't be that bad? I decided to ask around in forums to get a feeling for the zeitgeist at the moment, and it turns out most people are, in fact, annoyed. Very annoyed.I also discuss how

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00:50:17

Natalie from Australia - From the Outback to Europe

The Germany Experience ·

2019/07/24

When learning a new language, it takes a long time before you're able to express yourself and articulate your thoughts, and so it's easy to feel like you're coming across as dumb. This is just one of the topics that Natalie, a stay-at-home mum from Australia, discusses about her time in Germany.She also discusses her approach to her toddler's language learning, who is a child with an Australian mother and an Italian/German father, and who is growing up in German culture

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00:29:47

Shannon from USA - Church Bells and Bicycles

The Germany Experience ·

2019/07/16

Meet Shannon from the USA, whose family were expats in Germany from 2009 until 2013. When they returned to the States, they realized their hearts were still in Germany, and so they immediately started making plans to go back. Shannon talks about falling in love with the German way of life, making compromises for the greater good, and getting out of the expat bubble. Follow Shannon on Instagram: @churchbellsandbicyclesIf you're a woman and an expat living abroad, Shannon would love to

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00:33:35

Arvi From India - Founding a Startup in Germany

The Germany Experience ·

2019/07/09

Arvi is from India and moved to Germany 5 years ago to complete his studies as an engineer. He did this, but instead of returning home, he moved to Berlin and founded a startup with two other entrepreneurs. His company, MyHelpBuddy, puts expats who need a service or who have a problem in contact with "buddies", who are expats or locals who are able to help. Arvi discusses the platform and also how to start a company in Germany. He explains the support available—even for

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00:34:46

Lori From USA - Teaching English, Learning Languages,...

The Germany Experience ·

2019/07/01

Lori from USA has been teaching English in Germany for almost 40 years, so it’s not surprising that she has a thing or two to say about learning new languages. In fact, her language pedigree goes back to even before she moved to Germany, when she was a German high school teacher in the States. In this interview, Lori’s wisdom and wit shine through as she discusses how she got started teaching in Germany at a Volkshochschule, how speaking a language doesn’t necessarily mean you understand

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00:20:55

BONUS: How Sarah Almost Got Scammed

The Germany Experience ·

2019/07/01

In episode 5, I discussed potential scams aimed at expats. Well, Sarah is a new expat in Berlin who very nearly got caught by an apartment scam. In this bonus episode, she describes her story and explains just how one of these scams is run by the scammers. Support the showInstagram: the.germany.experienceOfficial podcast website: https://thegermanyexperience.deYouTube channel: https://youtube.com/c/thegermanyexperienceContact me: info@thegermanyexperience.dePodcast Intro Music by: Adrian

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00:21:56

Don't Get Scammed + IamExpat.de Round-Up With Abi

The Germany Experience ·

2019/06/25

Every month end, I'll take a look at some of the most interesting topics of the previous month. This time, Abi from IamExpat.de joins me with her pick of stories from June 2019. Also, Shaun runs through the top scams that expats need to be weary of, namely apartment scams, job scams, and financial scams. He also suggests two golden rules to help prevent getting scammed. For the full show notes and other links: Episode 5: Don't Get Scammed + IamExpat.de Round-Up with AbiYou also

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00:41:23

The Essential Book for New Expats in Germany

The Germany Experience ·

2019/06/18

Click here for the full show notesBuy the book on Amazon: From the Bürgeramt to the BedroomFrom the Bürgeramt to the Bedroom is a book aimed at new expats in Germany. It provides advice for common situations that expats will find themselves in, like going to the Bürgeramt, finding an apartment, or recycling garbage. It also features a useful vocabulary list for each situation. Shaun interviews the writers learns why they wrote the book, the process of getting it published, why one of the

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00:41:30

Noor From Pakistan - Don't Forget Your 'Gungs

The Germany Experience ·

2019/06/11

Get the show notes on Expat Life Germany: Episode 3 Show NotesNoor has been in Germany on a student visa for around two and a half years. In this episode, he discusses his difficulties converting to a Blue Card, how it’s easier to make friends with younger Germans, experiencing snow for the first time in his underpants, and he tells the story of a chance meeting with some ultra-right wingers. He also talks about how you need to get the “Gungs” before you can adjust to life in

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00:40:57

Dwight From Australia - Controlling the Transmission

The Germany Experience ·

2019/06/04

Dwight Steven-Boniecki is an Australian transmission controller, writer, and film maker living in Cologne, Germany. He explains how he ended up in Germany and he shares his advice for expats (it has to do with dealing with the German authorities). He also has a tip for job seekers in Germany: request a straight vodka from the interviewers at the end. Plus: the world premier of a song Dwight co-wrote, called “Who Threw That Rock”, which may or may not be the greatest song ever written.Shaun

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00:17:52

My Expat Story

The Germany Experience ·

2019/05/28

In the first episode of the Expat Life Germany podcast, Shaun Behrens introduces himself and tells his own expat story. He also discusses the recent EU elections and Germany's strange aversion to credit cards (which might now be changing). See the show notes for more information: https://expatlifegermany.de/1Support the showInstagram: the.germany.experienceOfficial podcast website: https://thegermanyexperience.deYouTube channel: https://youtube.com/c/thegermanyexperienceContact me:

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00:01:08

The Germany Experience Trailer

The Germany Experience ·

2019/05/19

The Germany Experience is a podcast about experiencing Germany through the eyes of outsiders - like immigrants, expats, tourists, and more. Here is a trailer to give you a taste of the kinds of conversations and stories you'll hear.Also featuring current topics and discussions about life in Germany as a foreigner, The Germany Experience should be in the podcast players of anyone with an interest in what it's like to live in Germany. Visit the show's site: Expat Life

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