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🦁✈️🚗 What would you do if a lion escaped at the zoo? Or your plane lost an engine mid-flight? Or a car trade-in showed up… with half the bumper missing? Just another calm day in Brida. In this lively session, our Brida group jumped into role-play mode, imagining wild scenarios and calmly (or not-so-calmly!) working … Continue reading “Keep Calm! What could possibly go wrong?”

Imagine tuning in just a little early—before the world wakes up, before the coffee kicks in. That’s the vibe of Peeling Potatoes No. 12, where our two cheerful hosts, Frank & Janita, are joined by a sharp and quietly brilliant guest from southwestern Ukraine: Lyudmyla. The episode opens with playful chatter about numbers (and a … Continue reading “From Products to People: The Language of Connection”

Ismar and Frank explore of how small, everyday actions can shape our lives and communities. Ismar shares how the simple act of walking transformed his health and mindset, while also reflecting on how many people around him in Brazil seem disconnected from their own well-being and from collective responsibility. The conversation gently touches on big … Continue reading “The Transformative Power of Small Actions”

Imagine sitting in a quiet corner with a warm cup of tea, listening in on a thoughtful, cross-generational conversation between Frank and Ritesh—a 29-year-old navigating new beginnings in Bangalore. This podcast episode gently unfolds around Ritesh’s recent milestones: getting married and preparing to move into a new home with his wife. It’s a turning point, … Continue reading “Conversations on Youth, Growth, and Wisdom”

Listen to this lively, conversational podcast episode with Janita, Frank, Sarah and Ismar—as they share vivid personal anecdotes about their favourite places. From cosy coffee shops and aromatic bakeries to bustling markets and unique “invitation-only” home restaurants. Each story is rich with sensory detail: the smells, sounds, and sights that shape their connection to these … Continue reading “Sensory Journeys: Markets, Cafés, and Homes”

Imagine a cosy table surrounded by friends—Janita, Frank, Rosie, Monica, and Nathalie. In this warm, informal discussion they as they swap stories about their most beloved local spots: markets, cafés, food stalls, and little neighbourhood treasures. Each voice paints a sensory picture—aromas of fresh coffee, the chatter of a crowd, the glow of Christmas lights, … Continue reading “Memories of Markets, Cafés, and Christmas Cheer”

Imagine a national holiday where, instead of gathering with friends or family, you’re required to be completely alone—just you, yourself, and a change of scenery. In this episode, Ismar and Frank step into a spirited conversation between two curious minds as they explore the idea of Brazil declaring three mandatory “self-days” each year. No work. … Continue reading “Imagining the Self-Discovery Holiday”

What if there was a day dedicated purely to laughter—no emails, no stress, just pure, unfiltered joy? Imagine the ripple effect of a collective pause where jokes, smiles, and shared moments of silliness replaced tension and worry, even just for a little while. Maybe it starts as a once-a-year celebration, then grows into a monthly … Continue reading “The Global Laughter Day Initiative”

In the 10th episode of the Peeling Potatoes Podcast, Frank and Janita welcome Aishat, a Nigerian nurse, midwife, and passionate women’s advocate. Aishat is the founder of Birth and Beyond, a platform dedicated to empowering women by sharing their stories and providing vital information on reproductive health—covering everything from fertility to postpartum care. She explains … Continue reading “Maternal Health and Empowerment: A Nigerian Midwife’s Mission”