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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 […]
This podcast is about an interview with Alexandre, a French osteopath, about his experience at an Ayurvedic clinic in Normandy. Alexandre details the clinic’s focus on detoxifying the body through a week-long Ayurvedic diet and routine of massages, yoga, and meditation. Claire and Sam talk about the challenges of adjusting to the clinic’s strict diet […]
This conversation between Frank and Heiko, an employee at a multinational company, focuses on Heiko’s recent training tour across five European cities. Heiko implemented Power BI across these locations, despite challenges stemming from different working cultures and inconsistent data structures. Heiko’s experience highlights the importance of clear guidelines and communication across departments, along with the […]
This Brida Deep Dive is a guide on making a perpetual stew, which is a stew that continuously evolves. It explains how to start and maintain the stew, including tips on daily additions, safety considerations, and a revised plan for safer practice. The text provides a detailed starter recipe and a plan of daily additions […]