One Day in Vienna

Meet Ben Glassberg, the dynamic young conductor from the UK who has quickly become a beloved figure in Vienna since his arrival in 2023. Starting 2024, Ben takes on the prestigious role of Music Director at the Wiener Volksoper, a position he embraced without hesitation. Both the city of Vienna and his orchestra won his heart at first sight, setting the stage for an exciting musical journey. In th...

Rahul Raman hails from New Delhi, India, and has been calling Vienna home since 2019. A talented programmer, Rahul's journey to Vienna was driven by destiny and his true love, his "Schatz." He describes his time in Vienna as the best of his life, filled with joy and laughter. Whether it's in front of the Karlskirche, at the Prater, or on the Donauinsel (how cool is it to have a swimming island in...

Meet Denise Jardim, a talented make-up artist from Brazil who made Vienna her home in 2014. Denise moved to Vienna for love and now enjoys life in the Austrian capital with her husband and two children. She adores the city for its beautiful blend of urban charm and surrounding nature, from vineyards and “Heurige” to zoos and parks. In this episode, Denise shares her amusing adventures, including t...

Meet Polina Sattler, an adventurous event manager from Ukraine, who came to Vienna in 2016. Married with two children, Polina initially couldn't imagine living in Vienna and made a brief stop in Switzerland before settling down in the Austrian capital. In this episode, Polina shares her journey of adapting to life in Vienna, highlighting special encounters and a cultural clash involving “Kartoffel...

This week, join us for an exciting episode as we turn the tables on our usual host, Lauren Löw, and delve into her captivating journey through Vienna. In a delightful twist, Lauren, known for her charming and humorous demeanor, finds herself in the hot seat as Mitar, the founder of INNES, takes on the role of the interviewer. Lauren, a designer hailing from the UK, has called Vienna home since 200...

Join us in this episode as we meet Jelena Andjelkovic, a Serbian-born interpreter who has called Vienna home for nearly 30 years. Arriving in 1994, Jelena beautifully highlights a unique aspect of Vienna: the opportunity to enjoy clean, beautiful waters of the Danube for a refreshing swim, all within a vibrant city. Tune in to hear how Jelena's almost perfect day turned truly perfect. This episode...

Meet Ian Huang, an audio engineer from Singapore who moved to Vienna in 2021. Seeking a less stressful environment to raise their children, Ian and his wife decided to leave the bustling life of Singapore. After a "pit stop" in Germany, and during the Covid-19 pandemic, where Ian spent some time as a stay-at-home dad, they chose Vienna — a city they had never visited but saw as full of opportuniti...

Meet Gergö Fazekas, an expert in international communication and co-founder of MajorDesign — a collective of professional communication, media, and graphic designers. Originally from Hungary, Gergö's journey led him from diplomatic missions for the Hungarian Foreign Ministry across Europe and North Africa to Vienna, where he's resided with his wife and now three kids since 2013. Drawn by Vienna's...

Another week, another episode. This time with Ester Sökjer-Petersen from Sweden. Ester has been living in Vienna since 2019, where she works as a sommelier. Turning 30 can be tricky, but Ester's bold move to Vienna was driven by a desire for change. However, her arrival was met with the infamous "Viennese grumpiness," which, at times, can be quite disheartening, especially when directed towards fo...

Anastassia Solomonova from Moscow, Russia, owner of a language travel agency and the official representative of the University of the Arts, London is our guest this week and has been in Vienna since 2020. Her journey to Vienna was driven by love – during a trip to the city, she "accidentally" met the love of her life. While her relationship with her husband blossomed quickly, her bond with the cit...

Jeffrey Crowder, also known as "The CaliWiener," is not your average English teacher and translator – he's also an author and comedian originally from sunny San Diego, California. A self-proclaimed cultural and culinary refugee, his first encounters with Austria involved Lederhosen and the Sound of Music as a toddler. However, it was upon moving to Vienna in 1997 that Jeffrey truly discovered the...

Originally from Belgrade, Vladimir Novicic embarked on a unique journey upon his arrival in Vienna in 2005. Trained as a veterinarian, he initially aspired to work with small animals. However, he discovered a new path, and together with his wife, he now co-owns and manages a Balkan delicatessen store called MezeSliva in the heart of Vienna. His path led him from treating small animals to transitio...

Manaho Shimokawa, a Japanese performance artist and dancer, model, and director, has been captivating Vienna since 2010. Manaho moved to Austria with aspirations in ballet, but it wasn't long before she found her true calling in contemporary and barefoot dance. Accepted into the Konservatorium (MUK), she has been dancing through Vienna for 14 years now. Throughout the ups and downs and the chilly...

We're excited to introduce Neil Ian Parker, originally from Canada. Since relocating to Vienna in 2019 to finally close the distance in his long-term relationship, Neil is enriching his retirement by diving deep into the Austrian way of life and language, embracing his new city with open arms. Among his favorite spots is the lively Yppenplatz, a melting pot of multicultural interactions, culinary...

We are delighted to host Theresa Allsopp as our podcast guest this week. Theresa is a bilingual and bicultural freelance copywriter, fluent in both English and German. Originally from Salisbury, England, she has been living in Vienna, Austria since 2019 and is currently working at the Vienna Business Agency. Thanks to her roots, Theresa possesses a profound understanding of two cultures and langua...

Join us for an insightful journey with this week's guest, Gregory Weeks, originally from the USA, who has called Vienna home since 1995. Gregory is deeply passionate about contemporary history, in which he holds a doctorate. While Vienna thrives in the present, its rich history offers a compelling backdrop, especially for a historian like Gregory. Also, navigating Viennese culture isn't complete w...

Originally from Germany, near Cologne, Lina Pohl has recently settled in the heart of Vienna since June 2022. As a young Research Fellow at the European Space Policy Institute (ESPI), seconded by the German Aerospace Center (DLR), Lina delves into the intricate world of space policy. During her initial business trips to Vienna, she often strolled past the magnificent Belvedere Palace Gardens, a br...

Originally from Los Angeles, Diana Robleto moved to lovely Vienna almost two decades ago this year and never left. Her connection to the city stems from her recognition of Vienna's beauty, openness, and sense of security shortly after her arrival, evident during a memorable encounter in the Burggarten where she witnessed a woman confidently sunbathing topless. This experience, along with her humor...

This week, step into the world of Soroosh Ghahramanloo, a talented musician coming from Iran. Arriving in Vienna for the first time in 1983 at the age of 7, during the turmoil of the Iran-Iraq War, Soroosh's journey was fraught with fears and challenges. However, the decision to seek refuge in Vienna proved life-saving, both for his mother and him. Returning to Vienna in 2023, Soroosh not only fou...

Moving to a new city, let alone a new country or continent, poses countless challenges. Yet, having someone by your side who not only supports you but also endeavors to make the experience as enriching as possible, that's when the magic happens. In our latest episode, Blake Sclanders, originally from South Africa, shares his heartwarming love story and his growing fondness for Vienna amidst the tr...

Tune in to our 5th episode as we chat with Pravesh Mahabeer, a spirited tennis coach from South Africa. After studying in the USA, he made his way to Austria in 1992, starting his coaching career at Tennishotel Wolfgangsee before establishing his own “Tennisschule Pravesh" in Vienna in 2006. Since then, he's embraced Vienna's first district, exploring cabarets, savoring Sachertorte, and strolling...

In our upcoming episode, we sit down with the fascinating Alexandra Thompson, a performer and photographer who made the leap from the sunny realms of Beverly Hills to Vienna. With a Hollywood background as the daughter of a producer and an actress, she originally came to Vienna for love and has called this city home for over four decades now. Arriving with two young children, acclimating to the co...

From Washington DC to Vienna's Neubau: In our third episode, meet Paul Hallam, an American expat and successful real estate manager who traded Washington for Vienna's 7th district in 2011. With his partner Florian, he discovered the unmatched quality of life in Austria's capital. From the enchanting Spittelberg to late-night walks in Vienna's diverse and ever-changing 7th district, Paul shares the...

In our inaugural episode, we are thrilled to have Mitar Pitzek, the visionary founder of INNES Institute Vienna, as our guest. Today, Mitar shares his fascinating journey, starting with his first day in Vienna. Originally from the suburbs of Belgrade, Mitar's path took an unexpected turn when he moved to Berlin for his studies. However, the onset of war in the late '90s compelled him to seek refug...

In today's special episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Miglena Hofer, who has been calling Vienna home since 2012. Miglena, a licensed business consultant and mediator in Austria, is here to share her unique experiences, including insights from her special days in Vienna. Tune in as she recounts memorable moments, from studying and learning in Vienna to a delightful yet unexpected incident in...