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Living in Switzerland

A podcast about living in Switzerland, brought to you by Rigby AG, a staffing company based in Zurich.

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31:09

Switzerland’s Most Beautiful Language: All About Romansh

Living in Switzerland ·

2025/08/07

Allegra! Have you ever heard a sentence in Romansh? In our newest episode, you’ll get to hear several, spoken by the Romansh news anchor Livio Chistell. You’ll get to find out more about: Where this language comes from Where it’s spoken What it’s like to grow up and work in a Romansh-speaking area How you can discover more about the language And of course, what it sounds like. If you liked the episode, share this podcast with your friends and leave a review on your favourite platform. You can also

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40:28

It’s Tax Time: Taxes in Switzerland with Martin Beiner

Living in Switzerland ·

2025/07/07

Federal tax, cantonal tax, municipal tax, and church tax... If you're planning to live in Switzerland or you’ve just arrived, you may be bewildered by the many different types of taxes in Switzerland. You’ll need to learn about: - What types of taxes you will pay. - How they will be paid. - What deadlines you need to observe. - How to reduce your tax bill. - How to avoid double taxation, especially if you worked in your home

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32:01

What Is Hornussen? Your Guide to Switzerland's...

Living in Switzerland ·

2025/06/09

Schwingen, Steinstossen, Hornussen... Switzerland is home to several unique sports. Hornussen is one of the most popular, known for the small ‘nouss’ that looks like a hockey puck and the ‘schindel’, the wooden paddle reminiscent of a pizzaiolo’s shovel. The sport contains elements of golf and baseball and is mainly played in the Bern and Solothurn region. In this episode, Sandra Widmer from the Swiss Hornussen Association explains hornussen’s origins, rules, and why it’s a great activity to get

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39:20

How to Launch a Popular Initiative in Switzerland -...

Living in Switzerland ·

2025/05/07

Political parties, interest groups, and even individual citizens can change the Swiss constitution via popular initiatives. But the process can be complex to understand and initiate. To launch an initiative, you must rewrite the relevant section(s) of the constitution, put together a committee, liaise with the Federal Chancellery, and of course, collect 100,000 valid signatures within 18 months. In this episode, Bitcoin educator Yves Bennaïm returns to speak to us about the Bitcoin Initiative,

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29:39

Swiss Politics with Katy Romy from Swissinfo

Living in Switzerland ·

2025/04/07

Swiss citizens have the right to vote on a wide range of issues multiple times a year. Therefore, staying informed about politics in Switzerland is important for anyone living in Switzerland. In 2025 and 2026, there’s a lot going on: · The government is debating a new agreement with the EU · Around 60 cost-cutting measures have been proposed · Residents might get to vote on several popular initiatives · Swiss industries are struggling, and protectionism is being debated. Katy

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52:37

Bitcoin in Switzerland with Yves Bennaïm

Living in Switzerland ·

2025/03/07

Around 11% of Swiss residents hold cryptocurrencies. Despite this, there’s still a lot of confusion about Bitcoin in Switzerland. Many people don’t fully understand: How the technology works What the benefits are How to manage the risks and volatility of Bitcoin How to buy and store Bitcoin Yves has been studying and teaching about Bitcoin for many years. He explains what it is and why it’s important, not just in Switzerland, but around the world. He also discusses where and how you can buy

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39:28

How to Adapt and Succeed in Switzerland - With...

Living in Switzerland ·

2025/02/06

Switzerland offers expats amazing quality of life, a beautiful landscape, and a warm welcome. Despite this, many people encounter challenges. They might: Find it difficult to settle in: find a home, take out insurance, understand Swiss finances, etc. Struggle if one partner is not able to work or speak the local language. Worry about how their kids are settling in. Struggle to succeed in a new work environment. Having gone through the process of relocating to Switzerland himself, Esteban can

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36:25

Optimising Your Finances in Switzerland with Eric...

Living in Switzerland ·

2025/01/07

Although many people in Switzerland have a high income, most of them aren’t making the most of their finances. They are so-called HENRYS: High earners, not rich yet. They often: Inflate their lifestyle to fit their salary Forget that some bills are more unpredictable in Switzerland than in other countries Take out too much insurance Lose a lot of money on high banking and investment fees Eric has created Schwiizerfranke, a blog containing countless guides and financial product comparisons to

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27:46

Dating in Switzerland with Kelly Brändli from Sinaps

Living in Switzerland ·

2024/12/09

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35:58

How to Date in Switzerland as an Expat

Living in Switzerland ·

2024/11/07

Dating in Switzerland can be confusing, especially for new expats. But there are plenty of singles looking to settle down. You just need to know where to find them. You might encounter various roadblocks when dating in Switzerland: · Finding people to date · Confidently approaching locals · Cultural differences · Understanding local dating faux pas In this episode, Trea Tijmens from SuccessMatch helps you understand where to find like-minded people in Switzerland, how to

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15:23

Staffing in Switzerland (with Daniel from Rigby)

Living in Switzerland ·

2024/10/08

We speak to Daniel Shalom, the founder of Rigby AG, about the role of staffing companies in the Swiss job market and how recruiters can help expats find a suitable role. Daniel describes the difference between contracts, projects, and permanent placements. Then, he talks about the reasons why so many businesses work with a recruitment company and how the process works. In the final part of the episode, he explains why candidates, especially those from outside of Switzerland, should consider

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45:13

A Roadmap to Success with Pragati

Living in Switzerland ·

2024/09/07

We speak to Pragati Siddhanti, the founder of the popular blog My Swiss Story, about how expats can get set up and build a successful career in Switzerland. Pragati shares how she came to Switzerland over eight years ago and has since worked as a technology leader in large, international companies, set up her blog and community, and become a guest lecturer at a Swiss university. In the first part of the episode, she takes us through the practical steps of getting set up in Switzerland, like getting

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31:13

Sustainable Travel in Switzerland with Lisa Arnet...

Living in Switzerland ·

2024/08/07

We speak to Lisa Arnet from the Swiss Tourism Federation about sustainable tourism in Switzerland. The classification “Swisstainable” was created around three years ago. While it stated with only a few service providers, over 2,000 businesses and multiple destinations are involved today. Lisa explains the three dimensions of sustainability, how the classification works, and some of the measures businesses are taking. We also discuss what residents and tourists can do to make their trips within

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47:51

International Associations in Switzerland, with the...

Living in Switzerland ·

2024/07/08

We speak to four women from the Zurich International Women’s Association about social groups and expat life in Switzerland. Karin, Martha, Debbie, and Carolina offer diverse perspectives on finding a social network. They speak about topics such as how to approach your neighbours, what you can do to meet others in your community, and how to juggle work, having a family, and leisure time. We also discuss the importance of joining social groups like ZIWA and what to look for in a group. If you liked

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33:20

Exploring Switzerland with Carolyn Schönafinger (from...

Living in Switzerland ·

2024/06/07

We speak to Carolyn Schönafinger from Holidays to Switzerland about travelling around Switzerland. Carolyn has been visiting Switzerland for over 30 years and runs her own travel podcast. She tells us about four famous places (Lucerne, the Berner Oberland, Zermatt, and Montreux) as well as several destinations off the beaten track. We also talk about the different seasons, the best times to travel, and ways to save money while visiting Switzerland. No matter if you’re a first-time visitor or already

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25:37

IT Training in Switzerland with Serge Frech

Living in Switzerland ·

2024/05/08

We speak to Serge Frech, the director of the Swiss national association of ICT training (ICT-Berufsbildung), about basic and continued IT training in Switzerland. Unlike in many countries, most Swiss IT professionals complete vocational training. After achieving a basic degree, they can continue their education by obtaining a federal or advanced federal diploma. These qualifications are equivalent to a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree. Expats with a degree from another country can also take part in

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38:12

Moving to Zurich for Work with Laura Vrinceanu

Living in Switzerland ·

2024/04/08

We speak to Laura Vrinceanu, who got her IT job through Rigby, about moving to Zurich, Switzerland. Laura relocated a year and a half ago to work for a bank as a Tableau developer. With seven years of professional experience under her belt, she is committed to never stop learning and strive for excellence in her field of work. Moving to Zurich has been a positive experience for Laura. She loves many aspects of life in Switzerland, from the great amenities to the beautiful scenery and the excellent

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34:04

Swiss Education: Local, Bilingual, or International?

Living in Switzerland ·

2024/03/07

We speak to the Swiss education consultant Stefanie Busse about local, bilingual, and international schools in Switzerland. As a former German teacher, Stefanie has first-hand experience teaching in both public and international schools in Switzerland. She has been advising expat families for over 10 years about the Swiss education system and collaborates with educational authorities and schools. Join us as we explore how schools work in Switzerland, the advantages and potential challenges of each

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38:05

Swiss Food Traditions with Jessica Manurung and David...

Living in Switzerland ·

2024/02/07

We speak to the food experts Jessica Manurung and David Moginier about regional foods in Switzerland, particularly in the cantons of Basel and Vaud. Jessica is a Basel-based food blogger. She has been sharing her restaurant recommendations on social media since 2019. Last year, she published the Basel Cookbook, sharing a mix of innovative and traditional recipes from local chefs. David has been a food and wine journalist for many years. He was in charge of gastronomy for the daily 24 heures, and has

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31:22

Setting up your finances in Switzerland with The Poor...

Living in Switzerland ·

2024/01/08

In this episode, we speak to the finance blogger Baptiste Wicht about Switzerland’s financial system. Baptiste has been running his blog The Poor Swiss for over six years. He helps expats and locals find the best financial products such as savings and investment accounts, pension providers, and credit cards. He also writes about financial independence and shares monthly insights into his family’s financial situation. Join us as we talk about getting set up financially as an expat: Opening savings

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