11 episodes

Learn more about the everyday lives and professional experiences of Filipinos in Germany. Join Dee and Kriztel as they talk to other Filipinos about their experiences on integrating with the culture, learning the language, navigating German bureaucracy, coping with homesickness, and everything else in between.

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    • Society & Culture

Learn more about the everyday lives and professional experiences of Filipinos in Germany. Join Dee and Kriztel as they talk to other Filipinos about their experiences on integrating with the culture, learning the language, navigating German bureaucracy, coping with homesickness, and everything else in between.

    Kiel Suarez on life as a visiting fellow in Berlin and research work on history, gender and sexuality

    Kiel Suarez on life as a visiting fellow in Berlin and research work on history, gender and sexuality

    In this episode, Kiel talks about the journey that brought them to Europe. They also share their experience as a Filipino LGBTQ+ and how it shapes their career in the academe.

    • 37 min
    Troy and Grace Gonzalez on married life and working as Lighting Designers

    Troy and Grace Gonzalez on married life and working as Lighting Designers

    Troy & Grace are our first couple on the podcast! They share how they planned to take their Masters abroad, and taking their married life to Wismar, a small town in Germany. They now work as Lighting Designers in Berlin and shed some light about this profession.

    • 37 min
    Environmental advocacy and pandemic parenthood ft. Paolo Domondon

    Environmental advocacy and pandemic parenthood ft. Paolo Domondon

    In this episode, Paolo talks about his passion for working on social and environmental issues in the Philippines, Germany, and globally. He also shares stories about family life and parenthood in a new country during the pandemic.

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    • 28 min
    Settling abroad: all about German bureaucracy

    Settling abroad: all about German bureaucracy

    Surprise! Here's Part 2 of the Moving Abroad episode. In this part, we talk about navigating the infamous German bureauCRAZY: local registration (Anmeldung), health insurance, finding an apartment, and opening a bank account. We share (hopefully) useful tips for anyone wanting to move overseas, particularly Germany! Disclaimer: The tips we shared are based on our personal experiences and if you are looking for official and legal advice, it is best to contact the proper authorities. Follow us on Instagram: @kuchenzeitpod Visit our website: kuchenzeitpod.com/blog/

    • 19 min
    Moving abroad: Some tips to consider before the big move

    Moving abroad: Some tips to consider before the big move

    In this episode, we talk about our experiences when we were preparing to move to Germany. We share (hopefully) useful tips for anyone planning to move abroad. There is a Part 2 to this episode where we will talk about settling in and adapting in a new country. Disclaimer: The tips we shared are based on our personal experiences and if you are looking for official and legal advice, it is best to contact the proper authorities. 

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    • 14 min
    Isa Tabasuares on finding purpose in being of service to others

    Isa Tabasuares on finding purpose in being of service to others

    In this episode, Isa shares highlights of 14 years living in Berlin: taking on different jobs, releasing an album, and being of service through her career as a nurse and artist.

    • 32 min

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