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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 […]
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 […]