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The Bridging Borders Podcast

The Bridging Borders Podcast

Veronika and Sam

Welcome to "Bridging Borders," the podcast where we try to bridge the gap between cultures through insightful conversations! Together, we explore diverse topics from productivity to language learning all the while helping you improve your English skills.

18 - 18. Don’t Delete Social Media. Do This Instead.
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  • 18 - 18. Don’t Delete Social Media. Do This Instead.

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    📩 CONTACT US 

    Do you want to work with us? Email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thebridgingborderspodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    🔗 LINKS 

    Bridging Borders on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bridging_borders_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

    Bridging Borders on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ZL3pZ7axhE0Jhz39rOYsw⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

    ⏰ TIMESTAMPS 

    00:00 Using Reddit for planning trips

    07:18 Use YouTube, Google, and articles for travel recommendations

    10:24 Benefits of social media for travel planning

    14:32 Overwhelmed by social media content on for you page

    19:33 YouTube motivated Veronika to start an Instagram account

    22:55 Instagram is for work and content inspiration

    29:30 Choice overload: small options make decisions easier

    35:42 Approaching social media as work, not leisure

    39:11 Set time limits for tasks to focus

    43:07 Therapy is crucial for facing personal struggles

    Thu, 04 Apr 2024 - 46min
  • 17 - 17. How to Become Fluent in Any Language: Effective Learning Techniques

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    📩 CONTACT US 

    Do you want to work with us? Email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thebridgingborderspodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    🔗 LINKS 

    Bridging Borders on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bridging_borders_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

    Bridging Borders on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ZL3pZ7axhE0Jhz39rOYsw⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

    ⏰ TIMESTAMPS 

    00:00 Do you need to practice pronunciation? 08:32 Avoid shows and resources beyond your level 11:20 Podcasts can be difficult for beginners 13:52 Struggling with cultural references? Just relax 23:01 Speak early on in language learning 28:11 Don't rely on translations 35:00 Having a teacher might be useful 38:13 Choose an accent when learning a new language 45:37 Choose resources that elevate your current level

    Thu, 28 Mar 2024 - 46min
  • 16 - 16. Our Music Tastes and Music Festival Experiences

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    📩 CONTACT US 

    Do you want to work with us? Email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thebridgingborderspodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    🔗 LINKS 

    Bridging Borders on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bridging_borders_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

    Bridging Borders on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ZL3pZ7axhE0Jhz39rOYsw⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

    ⏰ TIMESTAMPS 

    00:00 Mexico City is known for its food 05:37 Sam loves hip-hop music 08:19 What we think about electronic music 10:21 Popular pop music unites listeners, creates energy 18:17 Some use music to mask internal anxiety 25:26 Veronika's EDC in Mexico City 31:12 Upgrade to VIP at festivals for better experience 40:21 Find fun in experiences

    Thu, 21 Mar 2024 - 43min
  • 15 - 15. How to Find New Hobbies & Hobby Ideas to Learn in 2024

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    📩 CONTACT US 

    Do you want to work with us? Email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thebridgingborderspodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    🔗 LINKS 

    Bridging Borders on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bridging_borders_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

    Bridging Borders on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ZL3pZ7axhE0Jhz39rOYsw⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

    ⏰ TIMESTAMPS 

    00:00 Unique hobbies make people interesting and memorable 04:14 Veronika's hobby is surfing 09:46 Hobbies without goals or objectives 13:12 Sam loves football and self-improvement 22:21 Overcoming fear is crucial for happiness 24:41 Explore physical hobbies to avoid screen time 34:14 Our childhood hobbies 39:17 Team sports are great hobbies 41:31 Hobbies are great for socializing without alcohol

    Thu, 07 Mar 2024 - 43min
  • 14 - 14. I Got Sick Traveling Solo in Mexico | Language Challenges With Getting Sick Abroad

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    📩 CONTACT US 

    Do you want to work with us? Email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠thebridgingborderspodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

    🔗 LINKS 

    Bridging Borders on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bridging_borders_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

    Bridging Borders on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ZL3pZ7axhE0Jhz39rOYsw⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

    ⏰ TIMESTAMPS 

    00:00 Jet lag and feeling out of sync with time 09:28 Coffee may not be the solution 10:44 Good sleep habits 16:36 Motion sickness and food poisoning 25:43 Veronika broke her bone in Mexico 29:33 Healthcare differences in Spain and the UK 35:41 Being sick abroad intensifies the feeling of isolation 39:01 Food poisoning in Mexico

    Thu, 29 Feb 2024 - 45min
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