The Checking In Podcast

In the last theme episode of volume I of the Checking In Podcast, Emi and Leo discuss Nostalgia and bring a few tokens from their past to ascertain who keeps more memorabilia, and who is more nostalgic for the past. A few surprises and quizzes finish off the episode and some tears might be lurking in the shadows as well. Next episode out July 20th 2026. Intro music: Starting by LiQWYD & Waesto...

Our fourth guest episode and Emi's debut as main host. In this special episode Emi invites her best friend Vanessa to talk about their friendship, how they have grown as individuals and as friends during the last six years, veganism and lots and lots about ancient libraries up to modern ways of consuming literature. This might be a one time only situation so makes sure to check in! Next episod...

If only we had known what a transformation would be happening in 2008, could we have somehow prepared for it? As always Emi and Leo go through various media of the year and discuss movies such as Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, The Dark Knight and Heath Ledgers tragic passing, and the debut of Lady Gaga with her album The Fame. If only there was a way to travel back in time and soak in...

An episode full of surprises and treats. As Emi and Leo talk about characteristics of Millennials and Gen Z and their micro generation, Zillennials, they try to see which gen they identify with the most as well as attempt to make sense of those categorizations. They think there should be some adjustments made in the future. Find out more in the third theme episode! Next episode out June 20th 2026....

A friendship like no other, for better or worse. When Leo decided to attend dance classes again ten years ago, little did he know he would meet such an extraordinary person. Yet his friend Debo is not just a dancer and dance teacher but so much more, truly a hustler with a good heart. And although those attributes did not always work in her favor, she is committed to being a good person and a good...

If 2007 taught us one thing, it is that fiction, doesn't matter if it comes in the form of music, movies, video games or anime, can teach us a lot and help us grow and develop into the adults we are today. It doesn't matter if it's the life lessons of Naruto, the joy of singing our lungs out with Sing Star, or discovering that dancing isn't just great for the body but also for the...

In their second theme episode Emi and Leo discuss their experiences with internships, why they decided to do internships in the first place (spoiler, it was part of their curriculum every time), their ups and downs during those months, and give advice on what a CV should entail. They are all for the concept of getting practical experience and would like to know your thoughts in the comments below!...

In the second guest episode, opera singer and mother Reinhild Buchmayer sits down with Leo to talk about the show business and how she became a singer in the first place. She is so full of life, energy and wonder, it is truly inspiring. Tune in to learn more about her devotion to family, the theater and her side hustles plus her outlook on the future. Next episode out May 10th 2026. Intro music: S...

Even though 2006 was 20 years ago, some memories are still fresh in our minds (unless you are like Emi) and High School Musical is your number one movie of that year. Also, Nelly Furtado released album of the decade, Kids' TV and Anime was at its peak, and let's not forget that the DS Lite, Wii AND PS3 all came out that year. Oh and justice for Pluto! Next episode out April 30th 2026. Intr...

What a better way to talk about Dating Apps than with your best friend on a couch plus a snack at hand. As Emi and Leo share their experiences with dating apps and explore the ups and downs of platforms such as Tinder, Grindr and Bumble, they discuss topics like cafishing, ghosting and what to consider before beginning to date. Next episode out April 20th 2026. Intro music: Starting by LiQWYD &amp...

In the first guest episode, Leo discusses high school and the golden era of prime time television with his friend Mona. Stories about how they learned about the existence of the other person and some shared high school and university experiences form the main portion of the episode with excurses to tv shows like Pretty Little Liars, Stranger Things and Heated Rivalry rounding out the episode. Next...

In the first throwback episode, Emi and Leo take a trip back to the year 2005 and discuss the media they consumed and what they were up to in the mid noughties. They run into some technical difficulties but keep it professional while talking about kindergarden, elementary school, earth wasps, trampolin games and more! Next and first guest episode out March 30th 2026! Intro music: Starting by LiQWY...

In the very first episode of the Checking In Podcast, Emi and Leo sit down to answer the 5 main questions of a) Who they are, b) What this podcast is about, c) When they are going to release episodes, d) Where the podcast will be available, and lastly, e) Why they decided to start this journey together. They will introduce five things each about what makes the other person special and three things...

We are excited to announce: The Checking In Podcast! Join us three times a month and go down memory lane while we discuss topics such as dating apps and growing up in Germany. There might be some guest appearances here and there as well. The first episode drops on March 10th! Hear ya laterrrr!!!