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Your weekly round-up of all the conversations that happened in the Brida Community.
In the ongoing discussion about how supermarkets operate, Frank seeks Ritesh’s perspective on grocery shopping experiences in India, comparing them to his own experiences in Europe. Ritesh, drawing from his rural upbringing and current life in Bangalore, shares insights into the different approaches to grocery shopping in both settings, highlighting the role of local markets, […]
The provided text is an excerpt from a podcast conversation between Frank and Ritesh, where Ritesh explains the festival of Diwali to Frank. Ritesh describes the traditions associated with Diwali, including lighting lamps, cleaning and decorating homes, buying new clothes, and celebrating Dhan Teras. He also explains the historical and mythological significance of Diwali, highlighting […]
In this week’s “Coffee House Chronicles” Frank and Ritesh discuss the popularity of Western music in India, specifically citing the case of Taylor Swift. The conversation also touches upon the exorbitant pricing of concert tickets in India, referencing the recent Coldplay concert in Mumbai where tickets were being sold at inflated prices in the black […]
Rosii’s niece, Natalia, has just started as an Au Pair in New York City. Together with the Bean Journey ladies, Natalia shares her experiences living in the city, including her daily routine, her host family, and her favourite spots. The other members of the Brida Community, who join the meeting from various locations around the […]
After Frank’s Endive horror story, Claire and Sam discuss stress-free grocery shopping. The episode explores a conversation between two French Brida Community members, Céline and Alexandre, a couple who live in a rural area, and how they approach grocery shopping. Céline and Alexandra’s methods focus on mindful living and supporting local businesses, resulting in a […]
We explore the multifaceted and often challenging nature of work cultures around the world, using the experiences of Ritesh in India, Monica in Australia and Frank in France. The conversation delves into issues like intense work cultures, the impact of automation and outsourcing on job security, and the elusive concept of “autonomy” in the workplace. […]
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 […]