Space For Friends

Space for Friends is going on a break for an unknown amount of time, which means this will be the last episode with Julien and Flin for the time being. But you’ll still get a full episode of Space for Friends like you know it, with laughter, deep thoughts and first and foremost, a space for two friends to talk about life. We’re thankful for everybody who has been listening to us over the past two...

This week we get into live music from a few different angles; Flin’s more or less spontaneous performance experience and some recent family stories to go along, Julien’s latest in depth concert recap, highlighting the things that make experiencing music live feel so different from simply listening to it. From there, we end up in a broader conversation about shared interests; how important is it to...

We start this episode by briefly addressing the disappearance of Episode 110 and why we ultimately decided to take it down, including some thoughts on not wanting Space For Friends to become a pure politics podcast and looking for the right balance and set/setting for it. From there, we get back to what Space For Friends does best: a loose collection of observations, new obsessions, ideas, stories...

This week we get into the surprisingly difficult art of managing our time and energy levels, not just getting more done, but actually making space to rest, recharge, and be a friend to yourself, without forcing things and therefore causing more stress. We talk schedules, routines, tactics, and the idea of designing an “ideal week” that leaves room for alone-time, recovery, and the things that genu...

This week we get into the uncomfortable side of being online and supporting 'strangers', what it feels like to watch scandals unfold in real time, from the Logan Paul incident in 2017 to a more recent situation involving one of Flin’s (now) former favorite content creators and cases of physical abuse (allegedly). That leads us into a bigger conversation about fandom, putting people on pedestals we...

What does Cleopatra, Eminem, The Rock, Beethoven, Icarus, Ursula von der Leyen, Julien and Flin in common?  Find out in this week's episode of Space for Friends! Keep an eye out for visuals, possible Q&A's, and more on our socials over  @spaceforfriendspodcast @comfortwithflin and @welllifecreation on Instagram. Check out other parts of the Flinverse: linktr.ee/_FLIN_

This week we talk about the stress of looking for a job while trying to find something that feels genuinely useful, not just a way to make money, but a place where we can actually contribute and help other people. We continue Flin’s house-building story and learn about some of the relationships around his old neighborhood and some new dynamics, before getting into inclusive language and the arriva...

Recorded during the latest solar eclipse over Europe, this week’s conversation takes us from a quick return to last episode’s bathroom discussion and some of our own research into a reflection on fearfulness, fearlessness, and the filters we put over our perception of the world. Flin also shares the story behind his latest side quest helping build a house, including the personal reason behind it,...

This week we talk about our sleep, practises like controlling room/bed temperature as a life quality improvement hack, and other things that can make a difference. We also get into the idea of surveillance pricing and marketing and sales strategies we might fall victim to, as well as the challenge of staying financially disciplined when there is money to spend. From there, we share experiences of...

This week's episode was recorded "with the hot needle," as we would say in Germany. A phrase that means it was put together at the very last minute. Due to some scheduling issues, we almost had to skip this week's upload, but Julien came up with a great idea that allowed us to get the episode out on time. Today's episode also focuses on Berlin's Christopher Street Day and the tragic events that oc...

Happy International Day of Friendship! This week’s episode revolves around one central question: what actually makes a good friend? Through a mix of stories, observations, and plenty of detours, we reflect on healthy expectations, mutual effort, boundaries, appreciation, and the qualities we believe help friendships grow and last. Along the way, we talk about the need of fitting in (or not caring...

In this week's episode we again cover a wider range of topics to talk about. We start with a quick check in on how we're feeling, the weather and the mood, before diving into Flin's recap of his most recent musical visit, things that he liked, and things that surprised him. Then we go into another discussion about AI, and our thoughts on mindfulness and intention when it comes to using technology....

This week we kick things off with a quick recap of Julien's 32nd birthday before catching up on why July always seems to become one of the busiest months of the year for us. From there, the conversation moves between everyday situations and bigger questions, including how we'd want to respond if we heard someone calling for help, balancing compassion with caution, especially in a city like Berlin....

We're celebrating 100 episodes of Space For Friends!  We're looking back on the journey, the start, the expectations, developments, and everything in between, as well as look ahead to what the future might have in store for us, the podcast, and the community. We also answer some interesting questions from the audience we gathered in our Q&A. Hope you enjoy! Keep an eye out for visuals, possibl...

This week we recap the second half of Julien’s Denmark vacation after his return, as well as briefly check in on the ongoing World Cup and our thoughts on it so far. Flin then shares his experience and feelings related to visiting a cardiologist after prolonged time of avoidance, leading into a wider conversation about fears, uncertainty, and confronting the unknown to find peace. From there, we s...

A slightly different episode this week as we call Julien during his Denmark vacation for a quick check-in from there. Flin shares the intense story of witnessing a nearby car accident and becoming the first person on the scene, leading to a conversation about preparedness, responsibility, and how seemingly unrelated interests can equip us for unexpected situations. We go from talking about driving...

This week we talk about balancing work, hobbies, and the things we get obsessed with, while learning to embrace a slower and steadier approach to growth. We share updates on language learning, singing lessons, and the challenge of letting go of perfectionism and performance pressure. We also reflect on music, culture, social media, authenticity, World Cup vibes, future Japan plans, and the value o...

This week we dive more deeply into the concepts of certain emotions; if having fun is underrated, and ultimately agreeing that nobody else should get to define what that should look like for you. From there, we reflect on the role of the past, whether the present moment is all that truly matters, and why being aware of our own privileges is so important. We also wonder whether peak happiness can o...

This week we welcome the summer and catch up after the holidays, reflecting on family gatherings, shifting dynamics, feeling a little out of place at times, and the challenge of staying true to yourself when faced with social expectations, disagreements, and peer pressure. We also explore the curious fascination many people seem to have with true crime and trash TV, looking at potential reasons an...

This week we start with music, from Flin rediscovering an old unusual instrument to discovering a new artist to the challenge of stepping outside the comfort zone and reaching out for possible future collaborations, we also explain our shared allergy to independent artists doing (overly extensive) pre-release campaigns. We share observations from our current side-job "adventures", hear a couple ne...

This week’s episode turns into one long reflection on some contradictions of everyday life. We explore personality traits, habits, and perspectives that sometimes seem completely opposite while also realizing how many shared thoughts and experiences still connect us underneath it all. The conversation drifts through all kinds of topics, observations, and reflections, including the recap of a genui...

This week we recap our first days at our new side jobs, the atmosphere, first impressions, awkward moments, and the thoughts that come with stepping into a new environment. We also talk about Arda Saatçi and the mindset behind his extreme endurance challenges, the discipline, identity, and pushing one's personal limits, to achieve things other people claim to be impossible. From there, we reflect...

This week we find ourselves in another one of those honest conversations about following what feels like your purpose; the doubts, the setbacks, and the reality behind it. We talk about the importance of having a strong “why” to hold onto when things get uncertain, and how that ties into the principles guiding our work and business decisions. From there, we get into Flin’s recent TikTok duet with...

This week we got together and talked about Flin's recent Vienna experience, we dive into a bigger conversation sparked by a pilot project in Ireland supporting artists financially. It leads us into thinking about the real value of art and creativity, not just culturally, but economically too, and why it matters more than we sometimes realize. We discover the difference between being kind and being...

This epsiode we start with Flin’s upcoming Vienna weekend plans before drifting into a conversation about creativity; the inner conflict between artistic expression and society’s idea of “real work,” and what it means to feel a bit out of place while still believing in the value of creative works. We also talk about the difference between judging and simply noticing things in others, question some...