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Hi everyone,

I'd like to share a brief reflection on the theme of community and belonging.
Did you know that the absence of a sense of belonging can evoke feelings similar to physical pain? Conversely, experiencing a sense of belonging can foster happiness and a feeling of security.
Growing up in a tight-knit community, leaving my home sparked a journey to fit in and find a sense of belonging elsewhere.
Community plays a pivotal role in our lives. Despite the value we place on diversity, there's an inherent ease in connecting with individuals who share similar cultural and social backgrounds, as well as comparable life experiences.
In this monologue, I aim to articulate my personal journey and observations regarding the immigrant experience, shedding light on the profound significance of community and the pursuit of belonging.

Feel free to connect with me on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/hanna_worldwide_and_friends/

or email me under:
hannaworldwideandfriends@outlook.com

You can find this podcast also under its own website:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2110137
or on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Podcast Index, iHeartRadio, Podchaser, Deezer and PlayerFM

Thank you so much for being here, I appreciate every single one of you!

Love,
Hanna

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Hi everyone,

Please welcome with me Maike Baessler from Germany. After finishing high school in 2009, Maike decided to take a gap year abroad before starting University. She went to Long Island, close to New York City, as an au pair through the agency "Cultural Care Au Pair" where she learned a lot about new cultures, childcare and she was able to improve her English. 

Important to notice: This has been 15 years ago and she has not been using much of her English skills since. ;)

This episode features an interview with Maike, who embarked on a gap year journey as an au pair in Long Island, New York, fifteen years ago. Maike provides insight into the process of finding a host family in the US, highlighting the support she received from the agency throughout her experience. She explains the role of an au pair and delves into her daily responsibilities, offering a glimpse into her routine and activities during her time in the US.
Maike candidly shares her initial challenges, including feelings of loneliness and cultural shock as she transitioned from Germany to an American Jewish household. She explores cultural differences and provides a deeper understanding of the Jewish culture she immersed herself in. Despite the initial hurdles, Maike reflects on how she gradually built strong bonds with her four host children, ultimately becoming an integral part of the family.
Additionally, Maike opens up about maintaining a long-distance relationship during her time as an au pair and shares how she felt better by making friends during that year. As the episode ends, Maike offers valuable advice for aspiring au pairs, drawing from her own transformative experience.


Feel free to connect with me on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/hanna_worldwide_and_friends/

or email me under:
hannaworldwideandfriends@outlook.com

You can find this podcast also under its own website:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2110137
or on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Podcast Index, iHeartRadio, Podchaser, Deezer and PlayerFM

Thank you so much for being here, I appreciate every single one of you!

Love,
Hanna

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Hi Everyone,

Please welcome with me Smit Banker from India. Smit was born and raised in India and decided to move abroad to continue his studies. He came to New Zealand in 2018 and stayed here ever since.

In this episode we will talk about a very sensitive topic: Arranged marriage!

Disclaimer:
There are still a lot of forced arranged marriages out there and I do not support this!
We are only talking about Smits point of view, his experience and his thoughts about it!

According to https://gitnux.org/arranged-marriages-statistics/ 55% of marriages worldwide are arranged. 90% of marriages are arranged in India.

Smit will talk about his way of growing up in India and what personal characteristics he thinks have played a role in the fact that he agreed to have an arranged marriages.

The younger generation is wanting more and more "love marriages" (as they call it) but I have met a few who found comfort in the idea of having an arranged marriage. So, Smit is answering some of my questions around this topic and explains his situation as a freshly engaged man.

He is also talking about his expectations of living abroad and what differences and similarities he has discovered.

Feel free to connect with me on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/hanna_worldwide_and_friends/

or email me under:
hannaworldwideandfriends@outlook.com

You can find this podcast also under its own website:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2110137
or on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Podcast Index, iHeartRadio, Podchaser, Deezer and PlayerFM

Thank you so much for being here, I appreciate every single one of you!

Love,
Hanna

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Hi everyone,

Please welcome with me Adrienne Jansen from New Zealand. Adrienne is a creative writing teacher, tutor, editor and writer of fiction, non-fiction and poetry. She also has been a writer for the famous Te Papa museum in Wellington for over 10 years. A big part of her work was teaching English to non-native English speaker and she worked closely with immigrants throughout her life.

Find out more about her work:
https://adriennejansen.co.nz/
https://www.landingpressnz.com/

In this special episode, we delve deeper into Adrienne's fascinating journey and explore the compelling reasons driving her close collaboration with immigrants. Despite her modesty, Adrienne leads an inspiring life, and she kindly shares glimpses of her experiences and stories with us.
Our conversation spans across some of Adrienne's notable literary works, including "I Have in My Arms Both Ways," "Borany's Story," "Migrant Journeys: New Zealand Taxi Drivers Tell Their Stories," "More of Us," and many others.
As the world becomes increasingly interconnected and people travel across borders more frequently, fostering an open dialogue about immigrants is essential. Adrienne shows this ethos, maintaining an open heart and mind to extend a warm embrace to immigrants and facilitate their sense of belonging.
At the core of their mission, Adrienne and her colleagues at 'Landing Press NZ' strive to amplify the voices of immigrants. This episode serves as a captivating discussion on the aspirations for immigrants' futures and the collective ambition for countries to remain inclusive and hospitable.
Join us for an enlightening conversation on the profound impact of Adrienne's work and the shared vision for a more welcoming and inclusive society.

Feel free to connect with me on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/hanna_worldwide_and_friends/

or email me under:
hannaworldwideandfriends@outlook.com

You can find this podcast also under its own website:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2110137
or on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Podcast Index, iHeartRadio, Podchaser, Deezer and PlayerFM

Thank you so much for being here, I appreciate every single one of you!

Love,
Hanna

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Hi everyone,

Please welcome with me Daniel Gerardo Ytterdahl (Denial RC) from Norway. Daniel grew up in Norway as a son of a Filipina mother and a Norwegian father. He spent most of his childhood and teenage years in Norway before he made the move to the Philippines in 2012. Still living in the Philippines, he is now making a name for himself as Denial RC, a talented solo artist and rapper who loves rapping in different languages. He is also a member of several rap collectives like Agaron, Mo Thugs Philippines and Region 808.

Please check him out!!! He is goooooood! :)
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6L14DagOq9wxf6OivccchW?si=YhECz8XEQDOwFXDLanEVyg
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/denialthericecracker/
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@DenialRC
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/denialrc

This episode is a special treat for all the hip hop and rap lovers out there but of course everyone who is interested in music, travel, expat stories and things will hopefully enjoy it!

Denial RC will tell us a little bit about his upbringing and early life in Norway and how his mom came all the way from the Philippines to settle down there.
What it meant to grow up biracial;
His experiences with racism;
How his path lead to music and ultimately to rapping (Yea);
Why he decided to move to the Philippines;
How many different languages he is able to speak or rap;
And he will dive into some differences between Norway and the Philippines he noticed.

Feel free to connect with me on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/hanna_worldwide_and_friends/

or email me under:
hannaworldwideandfriends@outlook.com

You can find this podcast also under its own website:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2110137
or on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Podcast Index, iHeartRadio, Podchaser, Deezer and PlayerFM

Thank you so much for being here, I appreciate every single one of you!

Love,
Hanna

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Hi everyone,

Please welcome with me Richard Woolford from the UK. Rich started his journey in 2015 where he travelled to most Asian countries before he visited New Zealand and Australia. He went back home for a visit (and a longer stay during covid) and continued his full-time travels until the end of 2023. And where he went after leaving New Zealand he will tell us in this episode. :)

You can also follow him and his video blog on YouTube where he is sharing breathtaking footage of amazing places. Great scenery and absolutely stunning views.
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@AdventuresWithRich
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/richwoolford/

In this episode Rich is telling us how he ended up in Asia and what made him change his mind and keep traveling for the past 8 years.
He will give us some good advise on how to save money while traveling, what type of jobs there are, qualifications you need or don't need and more.

The long list of countries he has visited is impressive and he will give us an insight on his 3 most valuable moments he could think of which gave him the "pinch me, am I dreaming?" moment!

How does emotional support look like through full-time travel? And was it needed?...
First encounter with anxiety and how he dealt with it...
The complicated topic of  while traveling...

Enjoy! :)

Feel free to connect with me on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/hanna_worldwide_and_friends/

or email me under:
hannaworldwideandfriends@outlook.com

You can find this podcast also under its own website:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2110137
or on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Podcast Index, iHeartRadio, Podchaser, Deezer and PlayerFM

Thank you so much for being here, I appreciate every single one of you!

Love,
Hanna