Good Place

In this episode, Sylvia van Glabbeek shares her unique journey of living between two worlds—Amsterdam, where she’s built her life, and Latin America, where her heart feels at home. From navigating dual identities to embracing the richness of both cultures, Sylvia talks about her passions, finding connections across continents, and helping others adjust across cultures. Enjoy this conversation from...

Jeroen Paling, a photographer and family man, shares his journey of searching for purpose, home, and balance in life. After years of ups and downs, he finally found his place in Amsterdam, where creativity and belonging meet. Enjoy this conversation from the public bench! For more info on Jeroen: <a href="https://jeroenpaling.nl/</a> Would you like to know more about Good Place, the...

From the boulevard of Scheveningen, I wanted to wish all our subscribers a Happy (but mostly Good) New Year. In this 'short' episode I take you along the experiences of hosting this channel, and what I'm looking forward to creating together with like-minded citizens. Enjoy this conversation from the public bench and stay tuned for more in 2025! Would you like to know more about Good Place, the pod...

We met during the International Conference on Urban Health in Marrakech and decided to record a podcast episode: meet Elizabeth, a pathologist assistant, based in New York. Born in the Bronx, grew up in Albany, went to college in Connecticut, and Philadelphia for graduate school, and went back to New York for job opportunities. This conversation is about taking steps, making decisions, chasing the...

Meet Noortje , a young dreamer on a journey to discover a good place to call her own. Despite not having found it yet, Noortje knows what she’s looking for: the tranquility of mountains, the closeness of family, and people where she truly feels at home. In this episode, Noortje shares her thoughts on what makes a place feel right, the challenges of figuring it all out in your 20s, and the lessons...

From Manchester to The Hague, Sarah likes to call herself an Experience Designer in education and in daily life. A conversation full of inspiration on how to get around in a new city and meet new people, that become great friendships. Enjoy this conversation on a public bench in the forest of The Hague! https://www.instagram.com/everyday_den_haag/ Would you like to know more about Good Place, the...

Meet Ben Bruyneel, a Gent native who breaths and lives for hospitality. In this episode, Ben shares how growing up in Gent shaped his values and how he’s turned his love for people and service into a business. A natural goal-setter and a man of ideas and action. Enjoy this conversation on a public bench in Ghent! For more info: https://www.instagram.com/de_ganzerik https://www.instagram.com/ponys_...

Surrounded by the Autumn colors of Westbroekpark in The Hague, we take a seat next to Patricia Wit, who left Chile for a new life in The Hague, The Netherlands. Let's find out more about her life as a Third Culture Kid, starting in a new city, her work as a photographer, and being part of the Queer community. Enjoy this fun conversation on a bench and make sure to check out Patricia's work: https:...

In the heart of the Jordaan in #Amsterdam, we find Rodrigo Turra on a public bench next to us. From São Paulo, this is a conversation about finding a home in relationships, and social infrastructure. What does that look like? Like living together with your family in the same city and being in a polyamorous relationship, where weekly structure is needed to make that construct work. Inspiring! Enjoy...

In this episode, we sit on a public bench with Eva Kulovits, who left Vienna to start a new chapter with her family in The Hague. Eva shares her deeply personal journey of navigating change, moving from a "good" life to an even "better" one. Eva offers valuable insights into how a life transition can lead to growth, discovery, and also a positive mindset. Would you like to support the Good Place c...

Growing up in the suburbs of Orlando, Florida, she decided to move abroad, to Amsterdam in 2009. An experience full of meeting new people, seeing them leave, building communities, embarking on creative adventures, embracing photography, and most recently starting her own YouTube channel. Thanks, Lily for the fun conversation and the cookies! More about Lily's work, print store & channel: https...

In this episode, we sit down with Mauricio to explore his decision to leave Portugal and a new life in The Netherlands, ending up in The Hague. From adjusting to a new city to embracing the opportunities that come with change, Mauricio shares the highs and lows of his journey. You can follow Mauricio here: https://www.instagram.com/unseenraven Would you like to support the Good Place channel? Then...

The Summer Break is officially over and in this episode, we sit down with Kim Trotz on a public bench at Koningsplein in #TheHague, the city where she grew up and ultimately returned to after living in Amsterdam. Kim shares why The Hague remains her home base, offering her a sense of #community that brings a lot of spontaneity to daily life. Want to know more about Kim? https://qommunity.net/ http...

She moved from Romania to Amsterdam for love and dedicated to staying, as long as she's surrounded by her family. Ioana has a clear mission, to bring people outside and strengthen their connection with nature. As a researcher she launched the Outdoor Office Day, to create awareness around working in nature. I think we should collaborate and join forces. Enjoy this fun conversation!

He fell in love with The Netherlands, the cycling lifestyle, the way people live here, its people, the Dutch, and is now stuck here for the better. As an urban planner, Lior is working on making cities better and healthier places. He's an advocate of fewer cars in cities, and helping residents get into action and make changes in their own neighborhoods. What really makes a good place?

He has lived in The Hague for 21 years, half his life, moving here to study and always stayed. Meet Bart-Jan who loves the balance of nature and city life in #TheHague, with enough to clear his mind and to pursue his passion for #photography. Join this conversation on a public bench, talking about what a good place is, how to meet new people through a shared passion, and what it takes to appreciat...

Join us for an inspiring episode with Sharline, who traded the island life of Curaçao for city life in The Hague. As an accountant with a heart for giving back, Sharline also runs a foundation called Caribbean Angels, to make a difference in the local community of her neighbourhood Loosduinen. What is her vision of a Good Place? Let's find out!

A visit to De Plek, a youth center located in Loosduinen, led me to Jan Janssen. He is a real Hagenees, born and raised, and since he retired at 65 years old, he has dedicated his time to community service. He's actively helping the neighbourhood, and supporting youngsters with a place to meet, learn, educate, and mostly have a good time. #goodplace

Join us on a bench in the dunes of The Hague. It's been 6 years ago when Gosia followed her dream of living in a country where she could speak the Dutch language. Together with her kids, husband, and dogs, she now lives in de Vruchtenbuurt, surrounded by a support network that is The Hague family. Let's find out more about her life and how she moved abroad. Enjoy our conversation on a publ...

A storyteller by heart who loves cinematography, sharing beautiful film stories of the city he lives in. Sid would have moved from Mumbai to the US, but landed for his study in Prague and ended up working in The Hague. But how does he meet new friends in a new city? He has created his own community called The Hague Circle, attracting the young creators of his new hometown. Follow his journey here:...

She only moved to The Hague 6 weeks ago, together with her husband and two dogs. Lea lived and worked in Frankfurt, Germany, and this move feels like a fresh and new start in life. Curious? Let's find out what that looks like!

This is the story of sending one email which was the beginning of moving to València. Ellen applied for a job and within a few hours after her interview, she was asked to come and work for a Dutch tour agency called 'Verrassend Valencia.' Within a month, she packed all her stuff and left The Netherlands in 2021 for a new adventure in beautiful València. Is she having a good time and in a g...

We met on the boulevard of Jávea, where Maria has fond memories of when she was a child, escaping València city life, the city where she grew up. She loves the Spanish life, which will always be home, but she's ready to explore the world and represent her country throughout the profession. Let's find out about her journey in life and where she is heading next.

As a born and raised Valencian, it's been an honor to have Ramon on a public bench. The city he grew up in, has changed a lot over several decades. As a former activist and current Director of Placemaking Europe, it's his mission to create the right balance between people and the city. Not only in Valencia but throughout in various places in Europe. How would he define what a good place is...

He's been a globetrotter for the last 8 years and has lived in multiple places thus far, but he can only recall a few that have a heart. Together with his wife and son, they decided that Valencia would be the place for their new family and meaningful NGO which they run together. A place with a heart and a quality of life. I hope you'll enjoy this wonderful conversation in the beautiful sun...