Living in Switzerland

A podcast about various aspects of living in Switzerland.

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How to Date in Switzerland as an Expat

Episode #39

Trea Tijmens is a former headhunter who founded her company, Success Match, in 2005. Trea is an international matchmaker and award-winning dating expert and coach. She’s passionate about helping successful single professionals find life partners.

Staffing in Switzerland (with Daniel from Rigby)

Episode #38

We speak to Daniel Shalom, the founder of Rigby AG, about the role of staffing companies in the Swiss job market and how recruiters can help expats find a suitable role.

A Roadmap to Success with Pragati Siddhanti from My Swiss Story

Episode #37

We speak to Pragati Siddhanti, the founder of the popular blog My Swiss Story, about how expats can get set up and build a successful career in Switzerland.

Sustainable Travel in Switzerland with Lisa Arnet from Swisstainable

Episode #36

We speak to Lisa Arnet from the Swiss Tourism Federation about sustainable tourism in Switzerland.

International Associations in Switzerland, with the Zurich International Women's Association

Episode #35

We speak to four women from the Zurich International Women’s Association about international associations and expat life in Switzerland.

Exploring Switzerland with Carolyn Schönafinger (from Holidays to Switzerland)

Episode #34

We speak to Carolyn Schönafinger from Holidays to Switzerland about travelling around Switzerland. (She tells us about four famous places as well as several destinations off the beaten track.)

IT Training in Switzerland with Serge Frech, Director of the Swiss National Association of ICT Training

Episode #33

We speak to Serge Frech, the Director of the Swiss National Association of ICT Training (ICT-Berufsbildung), about basic and continued IT training in Switzerland.

Moving to Zurich for Work with Laura Vrinceanu

Episode #32

We speak to Laura Vrinceanu, who got her IT job through Rigby, about moving to Zurich, Switzerland for work.

Swiss Education: Local, Bilingual, or International?

Episode #31

We speak to the Swiss education consultant Stefanie Busse about local, bilingual, and international schools in Switzerland.

Swiss Food Traditions with Jessica Manurung and David Moginier

Episode #30

In this episode, we speak to the food experts Jessica Manurung and David Moginier about regional foods in Switzerland, particularly in the cantons of Basel and Vaud.

Setting up your finances in Switzerland, with The Poor Swiss

Episode #29

In this episode, we speak to the finance blogger Baptiste Wicht from The Poor Swiss about Switzerland’s financial system.

The Swiss Art Scene with Nikolai Kleist Burkal

Episode #28

In this episode, we speak to the artist Nikolai Kleist Burkal about art in Switzerland.

Switzerland and Immigration: Celebrating Immigrants’ Contributions in Switzerland

Episode #27

In this episode, we speak to the authors Anita Lehmann and Katie Hayoz about immigration in Switzerland.

Schwiizerdütsch: Exploring Swiss German

Episode #26

In this episode, we speak to Swiss German teacher Rahel Roth and bestselling cartoonist/author Sergio Lievano about Swiss German. We explore whether expats should learn this dialect or focus on standard German instead.

Socialising, Part 2: The Swiss Social Scene with Ben Crawshaw

Episode #25

In this episode, we speak to Ben Crawshaw from Zurich Together about how newcomers can use expat groups to build long-lasting friendships.

Socialising as a Newcomer/Expat in Switzerland

Episode #24

In this episode, we speak to James Macsay and Margaret Reilly Baer from the American International Club Zurich about how expats can build a social network in Switzerland.

The Swiss School System with Margaret Oertig, Episode 2

Episode #23

In this episode we welcome back Margaret Oertig, to continue the conversation about schools in Switzerland.

The Swiss School System with Margaret Oertig

Episode #22

In this episode, we’ll be talking about the Swiss School System, together with Margaret Oertig, author of the brilliant book 'Going Local, Your Guide to Swiss Schooling'. If you have any interest in the Swiss school system, then we have a treat in store for you.

All About Geneva with Anita Lehmann

Episode #21

In this episode we welcome back Anita Lehmann to speak about Geneva.

Flat Switzerland with Katrin Gygax

Episode #20

Please join us for another talk about life in Switzerland🇨🇭 This time we are joined by Katrin Gygax, to speak about exploring Switzerland by bike.

International Women's Day - Celebrating Swiss Women

Episode #19

To celebrate International Women's Day, in this episode we welcome the authors of the book 50 Amazing Swiss Women.

The Mountains and Hiking in Switzerland with Melinda and Robert Schoutens of Freshairkids.com

Episode #18

In this episode, we welcome authors Melinda and Robert Schoutens of Freshairkids.com.

An insight into life in Switzerland from author and publisher Richard Harvell

Episode #17

In this episode, we welcome author and publisher Richard Harvell.

The Media in Switzerland with Veronica DeVore of SWI swissinfo

Episode #16

In this episode, we welcome Veronica DeVore, Head of Audience at SWI swissinfo

Voting rights for women in Switzerland with Clare O'Dea, author of Voting Day

Episode #15

In this episode, we welcome back Clare O'Dea, who spoke with us once before about Swiss neutrality.

Foreigners in Switzerland

Episode #14

In this episode, we speak about foreigners in Switzerland. We look at who they are, where they live, voting rights and more.

Swiss Travel for Visitors

Episode #13

Beth Zurbuchen is the President of the Swiss Centre of North America. In this conversation, Beth tells us a little bit about her experience of travelling in Switzerland as a Swiss citizen, but one who didn't grow up here.

Summer in Switzerland

Episode #12

In this episode, we speak about a few things to do during the summer in Switzerland.

A chat with Beth Zurbuchen, the President of the Swiss Center of North America

Episode #11

A chat with Beth Zurbuchen, the President of the Swiss Center of North America

The Swiss Abroad

Episode #10

In this episode, we’ll be talking about the Swiss abroad, or die fünfte Schweiz.

Neutrality in Switzerland - Is Switzerland still neutral?

Episode #9

In this episode, we’ll be talking about Swiss neutrality, in light of Switzerland’s recent decision to join the international community in imposing sanctions on Russia.

Etiquette and Blunders

Episode #8

In this episode, we speak about putting your foot in it, and getting things wrong.

Swiss food with author Andie Pilot

Episode #7

In this episode we have something a little different for you, which is a talk with the author Andie Pilot.

Swiss Winter Festivals and Traditions

Episode #6

In this episode, we speak about some of the traditions of winter here in Switzerland.

Money-saving tips

Episode #5

In this episode, we go over some tips to help you save money here in Switzerland.

Swiss History

Episode #4

This episode is all about Swiss history.

Travel in Switzerland

Episode #3

This episode is all about travel in Switzerland.

Direct Democracy in Switzerland - how does it work?

Episode #2

In this episode, we take a closer look at the Swiss political system of direct democracy.

Seven things you always wanted to know about life in Switzerland...

Episode #1

In this episode, we tackle seven things you always wanted to know about life in Switzerland, but were maybe too afraid or too embarrassed to ask!