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Linda Paulauska (Paula)
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Welcome to the talks, where we delve into the unique journeys and experiences of people around us. Hosted by avid storyteller Linda Paulauska (Paula), who has a passion for human experiences, building connections, and service design, this podcast brings you interviews with people from all walks of life. We discuss their experiences and often explore how to create a more human-centric world. Join us to enjoy diversity, foster understanding, and build connections through the power of storytelling. Let's connect: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-paulauska/ Web: essence-people.com

Episodes

  1. Timea Izsak's Erasmus Mundus Journey to Study Service Design - From Romania to Latvia

    08/25/2024

    Timea Izsak's Erasmus Mundus Journey to Study Service Design - From Romania to Latvia

    Timea Izsak is from Rumania. In this podcast series, she takes us through the story of her life, from her early years to where she is now. As a participant in the Erasmus Mundus master's degree program "Service Design Strategies and Innovations," Timea's studies have led her to various countries, including Latvia, Finland, and Estonia, all within a uniquely diverse classroom setting. In this episode, Timea reflects on her upbringing in Romania, her educational background, her first year in the Erasmus Mundus program and life. Get to know Timea! Episode recorded in June 2024. Host: ⁠⁠Linda Paulauska (Paula)⁠⁠ - aspiring service designer, specialist in education, media interviewer, and Country Representative of Latvia at the Erasmus Mundus Association. Links You Might Want to Know: Linda's LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/linda-paulauska/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Linda's blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠essence-people.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Timea's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/timea-izsak/ Study program: ⁠⁠⁠sdsi.ma⁠⁠ Let's connect, and feel free to drop a message! Special thanks to Kuldiga Youth House for supporting this episode!

    1h 34m
  2. Julián Núñez Castiñeyra's Erasmus Mundus Journey to Study Service Design - From Venezuela to Latvia

    08/17/2024

    Julián Núñez Castiñeyra's Erasmus Mundus Journey to Study Service Design - From Venezuela to Latvia

    Julián Núñez Castiñeyra is from Venezuela. In this podcast series, he shares his life story, from childhood to the present. He is one of the students in the Erasmus Mundus master's degree program "Service Design Strategies and Innovations," which has led him to experience life in different countries, including Latvia, Finland, and Estonia, while studying in a very diverse class. Julián uncovers details about his life, from early childhood to adulthood, his experiences in Venezuela and Colombia, and discusses his first year in the Erasmus Mundus program. And, of course, we talk about service design! Get to know Julián! Episode recorded in June 2024. Host: ⁠Linda Paulauska (Paula)⁠ - aspiring service designer, specialist in education, media interviewer, and Country Representative of Latvia at the Erasmus Mundus Association. Links You Might Want to Know: Linda's Linkedin:⁠⁠⁠ linkedin.com/in/linda-paulauska/⁠⁠⁠ Linda's blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠essence-people.com⁠⁠⁠ Julian's Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/julian-nunez-design/ Study program: ⁠⁠⁠sdsi.ma⁠⁠ Let's connect and feel free to drop a message! Special thanks to Kuldiga Youth House for supporting this episode!

    36 min
  3. Ginevra Papi's Erasmus Mundus Journey to Study Service Design - From Italy to Latvia

    08/11/2024

    Ginevra Papi's Erasmus Mundus Journey to Study Service Design - From Italy to Latvia

    Ginevra Papi comes from Italy. In this podcast series, she shares her life from childhood until now. She is one of the students in the Erasmus Mundus master's degree program "Service Design Strategies and Innovations," which leads her to experience different countries and study in a very diverse class. In this series, she uncovers details about her life from early childhood to adulthood, shares stories about her professional life, and discusses her first year in the Erasmus Mundus program. And, of course, we talk about service design and the future! Get to know Gina! Episode recorded in May 2024. Host: ⁠Linda Paulauska (Paula)⁠ - aspiring service designer, specialist in education, interviewer for media, and country representative of Latvia at the Erasmus Mundus Association. Links You Might Want to Know: Linda's Linkedin:⁠⁠⁠ linkedin.com/in/linda-paulauska/⁠⁠⁠ Linda's blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠essence-people.com⁠⁠⁠ Gina's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginevrapapi/⁠ Study program: ⁠⁠sdsi.ma⁠ Let's connect and feel free to drop a message! Special thanks to Kuldiga Youth House for supporting this episode technically!

    1h 34m
  4. Yulu Liu: Erasmus Mundus Journey to Study Service Design - From China to Latvia

    08/04/2024

    Yulu Liu: Erasmus Mundus Journey to Study Service Design - From China to Latvia

    In this episode, we uncover the amazing journey of Yulu Liu from China. Passionate about service design, Yulu embarked on her Erasmus Mundus Master's degree in 'Service Design Strategies and Innovations.' We discuss her life in China, her unique journey in the study program that led her to Europe, specifically Latvia, Kuldiga. Yulu shares her insights into immersing herself in the local culture, far from home. Join us to explore her inspiring story as she shares her perspective on cultural exchange and personal growth. See the world from Yulu's perspective. Episode recorded in June 2024. Host: ⁠Linda Paulauska⁠ - aspiring service designer, specialist in education, interviewer for media, and country representative of Latvia at the Erasmus Mundus Association. Links You Might Want to Know: Linda's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-paulauska/ Linda's blog: https://essence-people.com/ Yulu's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E8%A3%95%E7%92%90-%E5%88%98-8ab409296/ Study program: https://sdsi.ma/ Let's connect and feel free to drop a message! Special thanks to Kuldiga Youth House for supporting this episode!

    40 min
  5. Joshua Oluwatobi Olulowo: Erasmus Mundus Journey to Study Service Design - From Nigeria to Latvia

    07/28/2024

    Joshua Oluwatobi Olulowo: Erasmus Mundus Journey to Study Service Design - From Nigeria to Latvia

    Joshua Oluwatobi Olulowo is from Nigeria. In this podcast series, Joshua shares his life journey from childhood to the present as a student in the Erasmus Mundus master's degree program "Service Design Strategies and Innovations." He reveals details about his early years growing up in Nigeria, his professional transformation from architecture to service design, and his reflections on his first year in the Erasmus Mundus program, which took place in Kuldīga, Latvia. And, of course, we talk about the future! Get to know Joshua! Episode recorded in June 2024. Host: Linda Paulauska (Paula) - aspiring service designer, specialist in education, interviewer for media, and country representative of Latvia at the Erasmus Mundus Association. Links You Might Want to Know: Linda's Linkedin:⁠⁠ linkedin.com/in/linda-paulauska/⁠⁠ Linda's blog: ⁠⁠⁠essence-people.com⁠⁠ Joshua's Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/joshua-olulowo/ Study program: ⁠⁠sdsi.ma⁠ Let's connect and feel free to drop a message! Special thanks to Kuldiga Youth House for supporting this episode!

    52 min
  6. Amena Mohamed: Erasmus Mundus Journey to Study Service Design - From Egypt to Latvia

    07/21/2024

    Amena Mohamed: Erasmus Mundus Journey to Study Service Design - From Egypt to Latvia

    Amena Mohamed is from Egypt. She shares her amazing and sometimes challenging life journey from childhood to the present as a student in the Erasmus Mundus master's degree program "Service Design Strategies and Innovations." Sometimes, I have said her story is worth a book, and she is a true inspiration to never give up. Amena reveals details about her early years growing up in Egypt, marriage, children, divorce, and so much more. We discuss her professional path to service design and talk about her reflections on her first year in the Erasmus Mundus program, which took place in Kuldīga, Latvia—her first experience in Europe. And, of course, we talk about the future! Get to know Amena! Episode recorded in June 2024. Host: Linda Paulauska - aspiring service designer, specialist in education, interviewer for media, and country representative of Latvia at the Erasmus Mundus Association. Links You Might Want to Know: Linda's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-paulauska/ Linda's blog: https://essence-people.com/ Amena's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amena-mohamed-792238156/ Amena's e-mail: amena.m.salaheldin@gmail.com Amena's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amena.mohammed.31 Study program: https://sdsi.ma/ Let's connect and feel free to drop a message! Special thanks to Kuldiga Youth House for supporting this episode!

    1h 32m
  7. Somshubhra Ray: Erasmus Mundus Journey to Study Service Design - From India to Latvia

    07/14/2024

    Somshubhra Ray: Erasmus Mundus Journey to Study Service Design - From India to Latvia

    Somshubhra Ray is from India. In this podcast series, he shares his life from childhood until now, as a student in the Erasmus Mundus master's degree program "Service Design Strategies and Innovations." He uncovers details about his life from early childhood to adulthood, discusses his professional life, and reflects on his first year in the Erasmus Mundus program in Kuldīga, Latvia. And, of course, we talk about service design and the future! Get to know Som! Episode recorded in June 2024. Host: Linda Paulauska (Paula) - aspiring service designer, specialist in education, interviewer for media, and country representative of Latvia at the Erasmus Mundus Association. Links You Might Want to Know: Linda's Linkedin:⁠⁠ linkedin.com/in/linda-paulauska/⁠⁠ Linda's blog: ⁠⁠⁠essence-people.com⁠⁠ Som's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/somshubhrar/ Som's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/captain.zer0/ Som's portfolio: https://www.behance.net/somshubhray Study program: ⁠⁠sdsi.ma⁠ Let's connect and feel free to drop a message! Special thanks to Kuldiga Youth House for supporting this episode!

    1h 12m
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Welcome to the talks, where we delve into the unique journeys and experiences of people around us. Hosted by avid storyteller Linda Paulauska (Paula), who has a passion for human experiences, building connections, and service design, this podcast brings you interviews with people from all walks of life. We discuss their experiences and often explore how to create a more human-centric world. Join us to enjoy diversity, foster understanding, and build connections through the power of storytelling. Let's connect: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-paulauska/ Web: essence-people.com

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