Mermaids Abroad

Anja and Christine
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Two American cousins. Two countries. One big adventure. 🌍✨ Join us ~ Anja (Munich, Germany 🇩🇪) and Christine (Dublin, Ireland 🇮🇪) ~ as we navigate life abroad — the culture shocks, language mishaps, unexpected lessons, and all the little moments in between. From laugh-out-loud stories to honest chats about identity, relationships, and finding your place in a new country, this podcast is your cozy corner of the internet for anyone who's ever felt like a fish out of water… or just curious about life outside the U.S. 🎙️ New episodes drop every Monday — come wander the world with us!

  1. May 25

    🎙️ Episode 39: "Being a Tourist in Your Own City 🌍✨"

    🎙️ Episode 39: "Being a Tourist in Your Own City 🌍✨" Sometimes living somewhere means you stop actually exploring it. In this episode, we’re talking about rediscovering the cities we live in — and how being a tourist in your own city can completely change the way you experience it. From Munich beer gardens to NYC flea markets to cozy Ireland moments, we’re sharing the places and experiences that make us fall back in love with where we live 🤍 We talk about: 🇩🇪 Munich favorites🌳 English Garden walks🍺 Beer gardens & Hofbräuhaus energy🚶‍♀️ Free walking tours through the city🚣 Olympia Park boat rentals🎡 Finding random local events & festivals 🇺🇸 NYC favorites🎭 Broadway shows (including Every Brilliant Thing)🌇 The High Line + Chelsea Market combo🛍️ Brooklyn & DUMBO flea markets🍜 Time Out Market views + food🌉 Walking the Brooklyn Bridge like a main character 🇮🇪 Ireland moments☘️ Cozy pub culture & live music nights🌊 Walking the cliffs in Howth or doing the Bray to Greystones walk🍺 Guinness Storehouse visits & Temple Bar energy📚 Wandering Trinity College This episode is your reminder that sometimes the best travel experiences are hiding in the city you already live in ✨ 🎧 New episodes every Monday📩 mermaidsabroad@gmail.com

    36 min

  2. May 18

    🎙️Episode 38: "Bridal Showers in Europe?? 💍🌸"

    🎙️Episode 38: "Bridal Showers in Europe?? 💍🌸" American bridal showers vs. European wedding traditions are VERY different 😅 In this episode, we’re talking about what pre-wedding celebrations actually look like in Germany & Ireland — and why the classic American bridal shower isn’t really a traditional thing here. Instead of matching pajamas and gift-opening brunches… think:🥂 Schnaps tours in the woods🌲 Hiking with friends before the wedding🌸 Flower crowns🍬 Selling candy & shots to strangers during your bachelorette party💥 Smashing porcelain for good luck We get into:🇩🇪 What a Polterabend is — and why Germans break dishes before weddings🎉 Junggesellinnenabschied (JGA) culture in Germany🛍️ The iconic Bauchladen — selling little items to strangers during the bachelorette party💍 How American bridal showers are slowly influencing Europe This episode is chaotic, wholesome, slightly unhinged, and full of those little cultural differences that make weddings abroad so fascinating 🤍 🎧 New episodes every Monday📩 mermaidsabroad@gmail.com

    25 min

  3. May 4

    🎙Episode 37: "Spring in Germany vs Ireland — Frühlingsfest, Longer Days & That “Back to Life” Energy"

    🎙Episode 37: "Spring in Germany vs Ireland — Frühlingsfest, Longer Days & That “Back to Life” Energy" Spring in Europe hits different 🌸 In this episode, we’re talking about that exact moment when everything shifts, the first warm day, the parks fill up, and suddenly everyone is outside like they’ve been reborn after winter. But spring doesn’t look the same everywhere — Germany and Ireland each have their own version of it. We talk about: 🌸 The “everyone comes back to life” moment after winter☀️ Germany’s first sunny day energy — parks packed, beers out, no hesitation🇮🇪 Spring in Ireland — longer evenings, everything turning so green, and that mix of rain + fresh air🍺 What Frühlingsfest really is (not just “mini Oktoberfest”)🥔 Spargelzeit (white asparagus season) and Germany’s seasonal food obsession🍓 Strawberry stands, outdoor markets, and the return of street life 🎧 New episodes every Monday📩 mermaidsabroad@gmail.com

    29 min

  4. Apr 20

    🎙️Episode 35: "Moving in Dublin — What We Learned (So You Don’t Suffer 😅)"

    🎙️Episode 35: "Moving in Dublin — What We Learned (So You Don’t Suffer 😅)" Moving sounds simple… until you’re carrying boxes up four flights of stairs wondering why you own so much stuff. In this episode, we’re breaking down everything Chrissy learned from moving within Dublin — what worked, what didn’t, and what we’d 100% do differently next time. We talk about: 🚚 Renting a van (and why it’s the best option for local moves)📦 Doing the move in phases instead of all at once🚗 When it actually makes sense to switch to a smaller car🎁 Selling or giving things away before you move (trust us on this)🧠 Why moving stuff you don’t even like anymore is the biggest mistake💸 Keeping it simple instead of overcomplicating logistics This episode is super practical, a little chaotic, and full of those “why didn’t we think of that sooner?” moments. If you’re planning a move — especially in a city like Dublin — this is your sign to simplify EVERYTHING 🤍 🎧 New episodes every Monday📩 mermaidsabroad@gmail.com

    56 min

  5. Apr 6

    🎙️Episode 34: "Things That Surprised Me About Easter in Europe"

    🎙️Episode 34: "Things That Surprised Me About Easter in Europe" Easter looks very different depending on where you grow up 🐣🌍 In this episode, we’re breaking down how Easter is celebrated in Germany and Poland — and how it compares to the US traditions we’re used to. From egg hunts to food to church traditions, this one is full of those little cultural differences that make you go: “Wait… this is how they do it here?” We talk about: 🥚 Easter egg hunts — but not plastic eggs🍫 Hidden chocolate AND real painted hard-boiled eggs🌷 Multiple egg hunts with family — parents, grandparents, godparents🐟 No meat on Friday📆 Good Friday + Easter Monday as holidays (depending on region) This episode is cozy, nostalgic, and full of those small traditions that make holidays abroad feel both familiar and completely new. Because sometimes it’s the little things that show you just how different cultures can be 🤍 🎧 New episodes every Monday📩 mermaidsabroad@gmail.com

    45 min

  6. Mar 30

    🎙️Episode 33: "Birthday Episode! + Germany & Ireland Through New Eyes"

    🎙️Episode 33: "Birthday Episode! + Germany & Ireland Through New Eyes" Sometimes you don’t really notice a place… until you come back to it 👀 In this episode, we’re sharing what it feels like to experience a country from a new perspective — Chrissy visiting Germany and noticing things differently, and Anja reflecting on her trip to Dublin. We talk about: 🇩🇪 What stands out when you visit Germany instead of living there🇮🇪 Life in Ireland — what feels familiar, what feels different, and what still surprises🌍 How your perspective shifts when you’re not fully “in it” anymore🧠 The difference between being a local and an outsider Plus:🎂 Anja’s birthday plans — what she’ll be doing and how it feels celebrating abroad✨ How birthdays hit differently when you’re not at home💭 Reflecting on how much has changed since moving abroad This episode is reflective, cozy, and all about those small realizations that make you pause and think: “Wait… has this always been like this?” 🎧 New episodes every Monday📩 mermaidsabroad@gmail.com

    39 min

  7. Mar 23

    🎙️Episode 32: "What I Learned in Japan — Culture Shocks & Unwritten Rules ⭐"

    🎙️Episode 32: "What I Learned in Japan — Culture Shocks & Unwritten Rules ⭐" Japan is one of those places where everything just works… but also nothing works the way you expect 😅🇯🇵 In this episode, we’re sharing everything we learned (and had to quickly adjust to) while traveling through Japan — from Tokyo to Kyoto to Osaka. We talk about: 🚶‍♀️ Escalator rules — Tokyo = stand left, Kyoto = stand right🚫 Why you absolutely do NOT jaywalk🚌 Public transport differences — every bus has its own system🎫 Using the Suica card (and why it’s easier than you think)👟 Taking shoes off in dressing rooms (and yes… face covers too)👶 Kids commuting to school alone — and how safe it feels🚆 Shinkansen details (chargers in the armrest = game changer)🚲 Biking culture that feels like there are no rules🧍‍♀️ Lining up for everything — buses, trains, life😅 Subway etiquette Plus:🥐 The one thing we didn’t expect to miss — Japanese convenience stores🍀 A little St. Patrick’s Day moment abroad🤍 And all the small cultural details that make Japan feel so unique This episode is full of those “wait… am I doing this wrong?” moments that come with traveling somewhere completely different. If you’ve ever felt like you need a rulebook just to exist in a new country — this one’s for you 🤍 🎧 New episodes every Monday📩 mermaidsabroad@gmail.com

    45 min

  8. Mar 16

    🎙️Episode 31: "Unwritten Rules of Flying (Plane Etiquette Everyone Should Know) ✈️ & Happy St. Patrick's Day!!"

    🎙️Episode 31: "Unwritten Rules of Flying (Plane Etiquette Everyone Should Know) ✈️ & Happy St. Patrick's Day!!" Airplanes bring out the best and worst in people… so today we’re talking about the unwritten rules of flying. From boarding chaos to armrest diplomacy, there are a surprising number of social rules that make flying smoother for everyone — and many people seem to ignore them. In this episode we cover: ✈️ Why you shouldn’t block the aisle while boarding💺 The universal armrest rule (middle seat gets both!)🛫 When it’s okay to recline your seat🎧 The headphone rule for electronics🍜 The foods you should never bring on a plane🦵 Seat space boundaries and personal space🧳 The correct way to deplane (yes, there is one) Whether you’re a frequent flyer or someone who still gets stressed at the gate, these are the small etiquette rules that make a huge difference when you’re sharing a metal tube with 200 strangers. Consider this your friendly survival guide to plane manners.

    56 min
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Two American cousins. Two countries. One big adventure. 🌍✨ Join us ~ Anja (Munich, Germany 🇩🇪) and Christine (Dublin, Ireland 🇮🇪) ~ as we navigate life abroad — the culture shocks, language mishaps, unexpected lessons, and all the little moments in between. From laugh-out-loud stories to honest chats about identity, relationships, and finding your place in a new country, this podcast is your cozy corner of the internet for anyone who's ever felt like a fish out of water… or just curious about life outside the U.S. 🎙️ New episodes drop every Monday — come wander the world with us!

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  • Creator
    Anja and Christine
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Anja and Christine
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