Expat Chatter
It's true. Even after years of living in Munich, Germany, I find funny stuff to talk about. Language gaffes, cultural confrontations, and life abroad. It's an ongoing adventure!
Podcasting since 2021 • 127 episodes
Expat Chatter
Latest Episodes
Halloween Goes Global
Halloween used to be unknown in Germany. That has changed and there are now pumpkins for sale on every street corner and sometimes kids go trick-or-treating too.
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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9:07
Three cheers for the English language: Concise, neutral, to the point.
The English language has its downsides. But when you compare it to German, French and Spanish it suddenly looks surprisingly efficient and user-friendly.
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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9:12
Noise in the modern world - from cacophonous to carefully controlled
It’s that time of year again: The leaf blowers are back! They add to an increasingly noisy world, but it’s also possible to create pleasant sounds or eliminate them altogether.
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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7:21
When life gives you lemons, it helps to recognize them
I thought my French was good enough to get me around southern France. But language skills were not enough.
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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8:15
Getting lost the old-fashioned way
Those of us who predate GPS know how to get around without using technology. Knowing the points of the compass is helpful for navigating in an American city, but in Europe, the streets often date from the days of footpaths and donkey carts. The...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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6:48