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We hear the story of Frank, who is acutely aware of the world around him, particularly when it comes to pricing and consumerism. Frank is frustrated by the seemingly arbitrary price increases he observes in supermarkets in France and Germany, and his frustration escalates after a rude encounter with an elderly couple in a German […]
We explore conversation between Frank and Sylvie explores the challenges of integrating into a small, close-knit community as an outsider. Frank, a non-native outsider of a village, struggles to feel included in local events, particularly the village market. Sylvie, who has moved to the village from elsewhere, provides insights into her own experiences and how […]
Claire and Sam discuss “normality’ in Nathalie’s everyday life in Seoul, South Korea. They highlight that for Nathalie the situation has become part of everyday life, leading to increased awareness and caution, but not necessarily fear or panic. But Frank is speechless. The discussion then expands to explore the broader challenges of navigating information overload […]
Claire and Sam talk about a conversation between two business colleagues, Frank and Heiko, discussing the challenges of working within a large corporation. Heiko, a sales director, outlines his frustration with the company’s cumbersome price increase process, which he sees as indicative of a larger issue of inefficiency and lack of focus. He argues that […]
Brida Community Member, Cléa, a French national currently living in Seoul, South Korea, wrote article which explores the emerging trend of Gen Z rejecting new technologies, particularly smartphones and social media. It highlights the growing awareness among young people of the negative impacts of technology overuse, such as phone addiction, anxiety, and a disconnect from […]
Claire and Sam provide a weekly roundup of insightful conversations that occurred within the Brida Community. They highlight the diverse topics discussed, ranging from local elections in Brazil to the impact of language on self-expression, from the joys of a French market to the challenges of autonomy in the workplace to the ever-evolving world of […]
Monica from Adelaide, Australia, and Isma from Campo Grande, Brazil. They discuss the common assumption that throwing more money at problems will solve them, using examples from their own lives and experiences. Claire and Sam pick up this thread and explore high cost of healthcare in Australia and the ethical dilemmas surrounding funding decisions, and […]
Claire & Sam discuss a conversation between Frank and Sylvie, exploring their experiences with various restaurants in their local area. Frank and Sylvie talk about the difficulty of working in the hospitality industry, with Sylvie describing her daughter’s summer job in a local restaurant and Frank reflecting on his own experience in the hotel industry. […]
Claire and Sam talk about a conversation between, Frank, Julia, and Sebastian, who discuss various topics, including their professional experiences, cultural differences, and personal reflections. The conversation begins with a lighthearted anecdote about a party in Strasbourg, leading into a broader discussion about working with colleagues from different countries, particularly regarding their approaches to work, […]
This podcast describes the conversation among members the Bean Voyage group. The group, based in various countries, discusses the importance of maintaining a positive outlook despite negative world events and news. The group also explores the impact of terrorism on daily life and shares anecdotes about their own countries and cultures. They also share their […]