Beer, Bureaucracy, and Blocked Accounts: Studying Abroad in Germany
Our listener Tatiana moved to Potsdam for her (second) master’s degree and discovered that studying in Germany isn’t just about grades and academic growth. From blocked accounts to culture shocks, she shares the lessons, surprises, and tips she wishes she’d known before making the leap. Show Notes DAAD: International Programmes in Germany uni-assist German Blocked Account Amount: A Guide for International Students Fintiba WOLOHO – Help each other studierendenWERK BERLIN Contribute: everyone.berlin/contribute Discord: everyone.berlin/discord
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Amazing, Neurotic, Forever Curious: John Kampfner on Berlin
John Kampfner, journalist, author, and long-time Berliner, joins Manuel to talk about how the city has evolved over the decades. They also dive into Germany’s current political challenges and what they mean for the future. Plus, John shares some hidden gems in Berlin that go beyond the usual guidebook recommendations. Show Notes John Kampfner's Website John Kampfner's Books Newsletter: Citizen of Everywhere John Kampfner über Identität und Geschichte der Hauptstadt: »Berlin ist niemals fertig« (SPIEGEL) Ein bewundernder Blick auf Deutschland (Easy German Podcast 175) Special Places in Berlin Bergmannkiez (Berlin.de) Viktoriapark (Google Maps) Tempelhofer Feld (Google Maps) Hasenheide (Google Maps) Ausstellung "Enthüllt" at Zitadelle Spandau Documentation Centre for Displacement, Expulsion, Reconciliation at Anhalter Bahnhof Contribute: everyone.berlin/contribute Discord: everyone.berlin/discord
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Moving to Germany After 50: It’s Never Too Late
Antje, a Portland native with German roots, discusses her journey toward potentially relocating to Berlin in her 50s. She shares her experiences with language learning, dual citizenship, and the challenges of balancing family, career, and a potential move later in life. Show Notes Easy German Podcast Hotel Matze: Hape Kerkeling über innere Ruhe, Überforderung und Traumaverarbeitung (YouTube) Contribute: everyone.berlin/contribute Discord: everyone.berlin/discord
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How to Berlin on a Budget
This episode is jam-packed with tips on saving money in Berlin. There's transportation and dining tips, insurance recommendations, information on Turkish markets and food-sharing platforms, our favorite newsletters, and just a lot free stuff. It's time for Berlin money hacks! Show Notes All the Hacks (Podcast) Neuköllner Wochenmarkt Maybachufer (Google Maps) Libanon Falafel (Google Maps) Sahara Imbiss (Google Maps) Too Good To Go nebenan.de Humana (Google Maps) Mit Vergnügen Berlin WOLOHO The Berliner Urban Nation Berlin-Ticket S (Berlin.de) Bliq nextbike Feather Insurance All About Berlin Check24 MyJump Geizhals Preisvergleich DKB Girokonto (* Refer-a-friend Link) N26 GenialCard Berlin Libraries: VÖBB YNAB - You Need A Budget (* Refer-a-friend Link) Other episodes mentioned Berlin’s Lakes: Beaches, Buzz, and Nudists Cycling in Berlin (Without Breaking Your Collarbone) Insurance You Need (And Don't Need) in Germany Contribute: everyone.berlin/contribute Discord: everyone.berlin/discord
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Squeezle Your Way In: Berlin's Museums
There are almost 200 museums in Berlin — and Stephanie Pearson has seen many of them. A dedicated museum enthusiast, she has offered guided museum guides, currently works for a museum, and co-founded museums.love, a "Museum Lover's Guide". She shares with us her must see (and hidden gem) museum recommendations and offer tips for navigating Berlin's museums — even if you're not normally "a museum person". Show Notes museums.love — The Museum Lover's Guide Pergamon Museum Liebermann Villa Brücke-Museum PalaisPopulaire Museum Island Berlin Humboldt Forum Jewish Museum Berlin Museum Sunday Samurai Museum Berlin Ramones Museum Berlin Dark Matter Berlin Urban Nation Museum Long Night of Museums Futurium Schirn Kunsthalle Frankfurt Contribute: everyone.berlin/contribute Discord: everyone.berlin/discord
If you’re looking to move to Berlin (or just moved here), then this podcast is for you. We're here to provide personal insight on everything you need to know in order to move to Germany's pulsating capital. Through each episode, we tackle topics that will help you make your journey to Berlin easy and enjoyable. Already living in Berlin? Then you might appreciate hearing the tips, advice and personal stories of others who've decided to call Berlin their new home. Find out more here: https://everyone.berlin
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