Xuxu - The Prague Expat Podcast

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Curious to talk about expat life in Prague with you all! Feel free to suggest guests and topics.

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Episode 11: Constantine from Greece

❄️ “Did I make the wrong decision?” Arriving in Prague at minus five degrees, straight from a sunny Greece, our guest’s very first thought was doubt. In this episode, we rewind to October 2018: the first night on a friend’s couch, the first bureaucratic errand (hello, Lítačka), and the shock of Czech autumn. Friendship, IT jobs, referrals, and falling in love with a city faster than expected. We also dive into: – Greek communities abroad and how they grow – first impressions of Czech people - A conversation about doubt, adaptation, language barriers, and the small everyday moments that make a new country slowly feel like home. 🎧 Listen if you’ve ever moved abroad — or wondered if you should.

38 min
12/31/2025

Episode 10: Maria from Ukraine

What does it really take to rebuild your life in a new country—and even create a community from scratch? In this episode, Maria shares her journey of arriving in Prague alone, without ever having visited the city before, after years of moving across countries. We talk about the emotional reality of immigration: the excitement, the fear, the exhaustion, and the moment you realize that “arriving” is only the beginning. Maria opens up about her integration process in Prague, learning the language, finding her footing, and the importance of building a support system. That search led her to football—something she only started playing at 22—and eventually to founding Roving Cobras, a women’s football club in Prague created as a safe, non-judgmental space for beginners and expats.

31 min
11/30/2025

Episode 9: Robin from England

In this episode of Xuxu Podcast, we welcome Robin, who takes us through his unexpected journey from the UK to Prague — starting with a fully-funded interview trip for a PhD that changed everything. Robin shares the story of arriving in Prague for the first time, discovering the city’s open spaces, forests, and hidden corners, and how a simple Twitter post spotted by his dad ended up shaping the next five years of his life. We talk about:🌍 What it’s like to be “foreign talent” in Czech academia🔬 His PhD research — from genetic mutations linked to ALS and epilepsy to early-stage drug development💸 The surprisingly chaotic reality of PhD funding in Czech Republic🚧 Moving labs, navigating Brexit and COVID, and adapting to Czech work culture🌞 Why he left the UK, and how long it really takes to build a life in Prague🤝 Making (and losing) friends abroad, finding community through hobbies, and dating through lockdown

48 min
10/31/2025

Episode 8: Anaïs - "I was 2 when I moved to Prague".

Anaïs moved to Prague when she was just two years old, after her parents found work in the Czech Republic. Now sixteen, she’s lived almost her entire life in Prague — but with French roots at home. So… does she feel French? Czech? Both? Or maybe neither? In this episode, we talk about identity, belonging, and what it’s like to grow up between two cultures — not as an expat, but as someone who’s never fully been from just one place.

29 min
09/30/2025

Episode 7 : Giza from Turkey

We talk about:✨ Why learning Czech makes integration faster and easier✨ The struggles and funny moments of switching between English and Czech✨ How politics and dark humor shape Czech society✨ Culture shocks — from billboards to elections A candid conversation about belonging, identity, and finding your place as an expat in Prague.

49 min
08/31/2025

Episode 6: Raymi from Italy

From meeting the love of your life in a Bageterie Boulevard to long-distance and moving to Prague again and becoming a tour guide at Terezin's former concentration camp, Raymi's story is one to listen to again and again!

53 min
07/31/2025

Episode 5: Olivia from China

In this episode of Xuxu Prague Expat Podcast, we sit down with Olivia, an expat from China who shares her honest and heartfelt journey of building a new life in Prague.Olivia opens up about the mindset shift, confidence, and personal growth that comes from living far from home. We talk about: The transformation you feel when you're no longer in your comfort zone How friends back home notice changes in your personality The welcoming and dog-loving culture she found in Czech society

48 min
06/30/2025

Episode 4: Anthony from France

When Anthony landed in the Czech Republic at 28, he didn’t have a master plan—just an open mind. Fast forward nearly 15 years, and he's the driving force behind Fource.cz, one of the most influential live music promoters in the country. If you’ve been to a concert in Prague, chances are, Anthony had a hand in it.Music isn’t just his passion—it’s his profession. And he wouldn’t have it any other way.Oh, and he’s got a little something for you at the end of the episode!

32 min
05/31/2025

Episode 3: Ksenia from Ukraine

Continuing our series of meeting Expats in Prague. Ksenia is one of my salsa teacher, she arrived to Prague in March 2022. Leaving Ukraine wasn't an easy decision but she's now found a home in Prague for the upcoming years with her mom and daughter! Dancing is her daily therapy!

36 min
04/30/2025

Episode 2: Mauricio from Venezuela

Mauricio is a professional baker from Venezuela, he arrived in Prague for medicine studies when he was just 18. We’ve talked about everything from his journey leaving Venezuela to mastering sourdough in the heart of Europe. Whether you’ve tried his pastries or just love a good story about finding home abroad, you’ll want to keep an eye (and appetite) on Mauricio. Timeline: 30''-4': His first day in Prague 4'- 18': From medicine studies to professional baker 19': speaking czech 24' making friends 26' Prague is my home 29' Czech people 34' First techno party 37' - Going back to Venezuela? 39' - Competition in bakeries 41' - Latino food vs. Czech food 46' - Wish

50 min
03/31/2025

Episode 1 : Adda from Iceland

Adda (Arnheiður Eiríksdóttir) is an Opera singer at the Czech National Theater. We've discussed everything from her first day in the Czech Republic to her love for Opera and the "Chlebíčky" culture. She's really close to Czechs, having a Czech husband and friends and doesn't feel like she fits in Iceland anymore. She's a delight of a person. Check her out at the Opera! Timeline: 0'-2': Her first day in the Czech Republic 2'-22': Being an opera singer 22'-24': Icelandics in Prague 24'-28': Czech culture 28'-32: Czech language 32'-34': Czech-Icelandic wedding 34'-36': Czech people 36'-41' Feeling at home 41'-43': Make a wish Follow Adda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arnheidureiriks/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xuxupodcast/ Support us on https://buymeacoffee.com/xuxupodcast

43 min

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Curious to talk about expat life in Prague with you all! Feel free to suggest guests and topics.

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Carejemargaux
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

11
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Clean
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Xuxu - The Prague Expat Podcast