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Ritesh and Frank explore the multifaceted concepts of justice and fairness, particularly within the context of Indian society. The discussion begins with a tragic incident involving an IPL cricket celebration that resulted in fatalities, prompting a deeper dive into accountability and the absence of justice in such events. This segues into a broader examination of the Indian Constitution, […]
In this podcast, hosts Frank and Yanita discuss a variety of topics, creating a lively and engaging conversation for their listeners. A central theme is the unexpected arrival of a chicken named Nuggets in Yanita’s household, highlighting the spontaneous and sometimes chaotic nature of life. The dialogue then shifts to the concept of “Christmas in July” promotions, contrasting […]
In this episode, Janita leads Bruce, (London), Rosii (Sao Paulo), Cléa (Seoul) and Frank (Cleebourg), focusing primarily on the concept of “movement” beyond just formal exercise. The participants share their personal routines, favourite ways to stay active—from yoga and Pilates to walking, cycling, and even dancing in the kitchen—and the benefits they derive, such as managing back pain or […]
Janita (“Froot Loop”) and Frank (Mayor), navigate various topics, from personal anecdotes about family and a challenging week to broader discussions on South African healthcare. We talk about some creative community initiatives. We explore time management and the definition of “meaningful” activities, particularly through the “Dear Abby” segment and the newly introduced “Art Therapy” (doodling) challenge. We also touch […]
Our core Lunch with Janita & Frank team share their dream destinations to live for one year, without limits or rules. The conversation begins with lighthearted weather banter in Johannesburg, setting a casual tone. Participants then take turns describing their ideal temporary homes, highlighting a diverse range of preferences: from nature-rich and isolated mountain retreats in Nepal and picturesque European […]
This is a conversation between Frank and Ritesh about a mental wellness session offered at Ritesh’s workplace in India. The discussion highlights the challenges of the IT industry in India, particularly regarding employee stress and attrition, and explores the company’s efforts to address these issues through initiatives like mental health seminars. A key point of debate arises […]
The Lunch with Janita & Frank group met for a relaxed and informal online gathering to focus on haiku poetry. The participants, hosted by Janita in South Africa, Nathalie & Cléa in South Korea, Rosii in Brazil. Brida’s resident poet, Bohumila, engages the group in a guided writing session centred around creating haikus based on provided spring-themed words. […]
Welcome to our first episode of the “Peeling Potatoes” podcast, hosted by Frank and Janita, who met on LinkedIn discussing potatoes. They describe their online community called Brida, a virtual town designed for people to improve their English communication skills in a natural, fun, and protected environment, unlike traditional English classes that focus on grammar and tests. Brida is presented as a […]
In this episode, Bruce (London), Rosii (Sao Paulo), Nathalie and Cléa (Seoul), Monica (Adelaide) together with hosts, Janita (Johannesburg) and Frank (Cleebourg) discuss leaving home and the start of independence, inspired by Cléa’s upcoming move to university. They share personal stories and reflections on their own experiences of moving out for the first time, including their […]
The people of Tunbridge Wells (Kent, England) turned Britain’s favourite pastime – grumbling – into such an art form, that their town became an expression in the English language. This collection of Britain’s best and most amusing grousing letters shows why it is so much fun to complain about everything under the sun.