May we agree to disagree? Musk does have the megaphone, and he’s getting ready to leverage all his companies; the ultimate industry disruptor. First, Financial Services, then Automotive and Space, and next on his agenda –  the Telecommunications Industry.   Bailey talks with Francis to hear from an engineer’s perspective and precisely why Musk is […]

On this episode Bailey Alexander and Francis discuss cultural realities and dissonance and there’s certainly a lot of dissonance to discuss.  They talk Turkey and cover their political issues, as well as their national character because that’s what “A Couple of Europhiles” like to do; it lends to understanding political and cultural motivation. They’ve livedContinue reading "Talking Turkey, The Silk Road, Raw materials and Revolutions"

A Couple of Europhiles interview our favorite Irish couple. Carrie and Anthony are great company, freethinkers and they have a thing or two to say about the recent elections in Northern Ireland where Sinn Fein has achieved a historic majority. It’s a pleasure to hear their perspective and I think you’ll enjoy Anthony’s lovely accent.Continue reading "The Carrie and Anthony McIntyre Interview: historic NI elections 2022"

Welcome to ‘A Couple of Europhiles’ where one of the Europhiles, Francis, has correctly predicted the last 14 elections, including Trump and Brexit on their podcast. They explore cultural realities and dissonance and today, as promised, Bailey and Francis bring you the French Elections; Part Deux. Why Macron won and what makes the elections inContinue reading "French Elections: Part Deux"

Generally Francis and Bailey discuss cultural realities and dissonance but today Bailey shares the cultural reality of living in Paris. If you like a detective story, you might like her book. If you miss travel, you definitely will; promise. As we sit in between two ballots, in between two election days in France; so let’sContinue reading "Bailey reads from her book “A European Odyssey”"

Bailey and Francis break down the two ballot French election system on this episode of “A couple of Europhiles” : How the French vote for who they want in the first round, and then who they don’t, in the second round. They discuss precisely why the French are anything but a tribe of ‘cheese eatingContinue reading "The French Elections – Part One"

On today’s podcast Francis and Bailey compare and contrast two fantastic regions in northern Italy. They discuss Trentino’s charm, its Venetian qualities and how it became the windsurfing capital of Europe. They cover those atmospheric tunnels that make driving around the lake feel unique, and precisely why Germans consider Lake Garda the uber tourist destination.Continue reading "Trento and Piemonte discussed with love; two regions in northern Italy"

Bailey and Francis discuss the reality of those pipe lines, how Italy is saving energy the best they can – in a myriad of ways – not to mention the secret about that gas tax. They discuss current strengths and challenges within the EU, China’s perspective and traveling to Turkey during the devestating crisis inContinue reading "A Couple of Europhiles take in Ukrainian refugees and discuss the current crisis in Ukraine"

For your listening pleasure 'A Couple of Europhiles' present Seattle's Premier Piano Man - Victor Janusz - including a few of his most romantic, jazzy and playful tunes. Through funny and touching stories we cover the theater, cabaret and music scene and ride the emotional spectrum of an artistic life. From NY to Seattle, forever […]

On this episode I discuss with Francis the 'changing of the guard' in European politics. How Macron will crush Le Pen and Barnier's role in centre right French politics. We cover Merkel's Swan Song, her successors, the Bavarians and the next Bundestag elections in September. Then on to our favorite topic; Italy! How Draghi may […]

Are the Scots truly tired of having their country run by the country next door? At the moment it's on a knife's edge. Hopefully the question is put to the Scottish people. Hopefully the facts are put in front and the people can overcome the misinformation that was so prevalent in 2014. We're happy to […]

Whether for work or play - there's a way to expand your mind and your imagination. For those times when you really need to think outside the box we have Gary Lachman to help with all this and oh so much more. You can catch all of Gary's latest writing, lectures, tours on Garylachman.co.uk. Gary's […]

Bailey and Francis discuss the vaccine rollout here in Italy because Francis just got his first Pfizer shot. Along with the paperwork and date for his second. France can now boast the first vaccine app, country wide, and it's time to chat about the next governments in France, Germany and the Czech Republic. We cover […]

It's time to provide our listeners with another chat with Carrie and Anthony McIntyre. It's time to discuss the topical situation that is Northern Ireland. We predicted this would happen on our show not that many weeks ago. So sit back, have a listen, and enjoy Anthony's lovely accent. Enjoy their contrasting views on the […]

It’s time to take a deep dive into the future relationship between America and China. We discuss the fastidiousness of Japan, what it’s like to live in Amsterdam now, and everything in between. Michael offers our listeners pivotal points and epiphanies experienced in 30 years of working all over Asia, Europe, North and South America. […]

Bailey and Francis deep dive into Mario Draghi's first address to the Senate; they cover how Italy will enter the non carbon economy, spending those precious recovery monies, along with the craziness of Italian politics. Draghi knows it's now time to stop playing games because he knows this money is a once in a lifetime […]

Francis and Dragana discuss remote work and what it's like to work at the largest remote company in the world. Dragana is an expert project manager who firmly believes the virtual world can make teams feel closer. Dragana is also Serbian, so she's got a great accent and continues to work in Belgrade because this […]

Bailey Alexander offers you a free sample of her audible book on Amazon, but first, some intimate stories from the 70's; surreal album covers with Edgar Winter, hippies and harley davidsons and Burt Bacharach. Then the time macine moves back and her mother shares her own peak experience and what it felt like to see […]

Bailey and Francis cover Covid, including the vaccine wars, and why it's strategically important that each country develop their own. In this episode they cover the recent drama between the EU and the UK and precisely why contracts must be honoured. They discuss EU regulations, lessons learned and vaccine nationalism. And how US investment was […]

A Couple of Europhiles welcomes Ralph Brenner to the podcast. Ralph is a distinguished technologist from Seattle, holds multiple patents, and he's also produced and performed in over 200 flash mobs, spanning 5 continents - performing with the likes of Katy Perry and Jennifer Hudson. He's been caught in an elevator with Priyanka Chopra and […]

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Bailey and Francis discuss China and Russia and gratefully say auf Wiedersehen to Brexit. Our year end episode includes the drama behind the Armenian-Azerbaijan war, the celebration of Moldova electing their first female president, along with the joy of watching Korea's progress in both acting and content. Why not! We thank those who participated in […]

Alessandra Saluti is a third culture kid born in the San Francisco Bay Area and raised in Ascoli Piceno, Italy. She graduated with a degree in political science from Wellesley college in 2016. After spending some time in France, she moved to Rome and currently works as a freelance translator. We covered many issues, including […]