Max & Zbig
The German Pole(cast)
This podcast is for foreign people in Poland by two friends in Poland, and our main goal is to give you some background information about tips and tricks to visit or to live in Poland. Max, my friend, worked in Krakow and lives here; he will share some memories and feedback about his start in Poland; there are factual and laugh stories included here. My role here is to provide you with feedback and legal tips on how to do it correctly. If you have any problems or suggestions for further episodes, email us: agermanguyinpoland@gmail.com
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Episodes
S02: Episode 15: Expert Interview: Orlen, Energy Power and Regional Strategy 05.07.2026 24:11
Hello listeners! In our latest episode, we uncover the fascinating story of how Orlen has evolved from a traditional oil company into a strategic multi-energy powerhouse. Today, the company is not only shaping Poland's energy market , but also playing a key role in the country's energy security , expanding across Europe , and investing heavily in the future of energy. Let us know if any qu...
S02: Episode 14: Allegro - Allegro - the Rise of Polish E-Commerce 21.06.2026 29:05
Hello listeners! In todays` episode Max and Zbig will talk about Allegro and the Rise of Polish E-Commerce alltogether! In this episode, we explore how Allegro evolved from early online auctions into Poland’s dominant e-commerce platform—and why it has become a key pillar of the country’s digital economy .We break it all down clearly and practically—how Allegro works behind the scenes , why it’s t...
S02: Episode 13: Żabka, the Corner Shop, and the Future of Polish Retail? 06.06.2026 30:15
Hello Listeners! Today the two hosts will tackle with the topic of another popular polish brand - Żabka. The main question regarding this episode is: What does a small convenience store tell us about the transformation of an entire country? Our format of discussing the popular polish brands is to give our listeners that visit or stay in Poland for a longer period of time is to give our insight of...
S03: Episode 19: Expert interview: The Crime of Art Forgery in Polish Criminal Law 23.05.2026 11:16
Hello listeners! Art forgery is as old as art itself — but why is it still so difficult to prosecute today? In our latest episode, interviewers Max and Zbig are joined by legal expert Ewa Czajka — author of the master’s thesis “The Crime of Art Forgery in Polish Criminal Law” and currently a trainee attorney-at-law in Wrocław — to dive deep into the fascinating and often dark world of forged artwo...
S03: Episode 18: Expert interview: Self-Employment in Poland (Part 2) 09.05.2026 21:34
Hello listeners! Part two of the episode with our fabulous expert Agnieszka awaits! We will discuss important topics such as running the business day-to-day and some tips regarding the clients, networking and cultural insights of polish business as well! Below we add some details regarding our guest Agnieszka: https://tesserakt.dev here You can find details regarding Agnieszka`s business https...
S02: Episode 12: Beyond the Myth of “Poland A and Poland B” 18.04.2026 27:32
Hello listeners! In this episode me and Max will discuss the myth of Poland A and B - the historical, economical and cultural origins of the division of Poland. We hope You enjoy the topic as much as we did! Let us know if any questions will appear after this episode be sending us an e-mail at: agermanguyinpoland@gmail.com
S03: Episode 18: Expert interview: Self-Employment in Poland (Part 1) 04.04.2026 32:23
Hello listeners! In this episode our expert Agnieszka will share her knowledge and experience regarding about starting your own business in Poland. We will discuss important topics such as legal forms of running business in Poland, process of registration, tax and ZUS know how and many more! Below we add some details regarding our guest Agnieszka: https://tesserakt.dev here You can find details re...
S01: Episode 12: Labour Law Tips with Zbig and Max: employment contract 28.02.2026 26:59
Hello listeners! We continue our journey with labour law tips - this time we focus on the topic of employment contract. What should You check before signing the contract? What are the types of employment contract? This questions and many more will be answered in this episode! Let us know if any questions will appear after this episode be sending us an e-mail at: agermanguyinpoland@gmail.com
S03: Episode 17 - Expert Interview: Artificial Intelligence and Poland as a Hotspot 14.02.2026 37:35
Hello listeners! We come back with our special guest and an expert Arthur that, with our humble input provide You with some basic and more advanced information of the topic of artificial intelligence and some polish subtopic as well! Let us know if any questions will appear after this episode be sending us an e-mail at: agermanguyinpoland@gmail.com
S03: Episode 16 - Hiking Report with Mateusz & Max 31.01.2026 28:48
Hello Ladies and Gentleman! This episode will continue our journey throughout polish mountains with our expert Mateusz and Max. These two guys decided to share their experience with their hike across Tatra Mountains and would like to give You some tips regarding the necessary equipment and strategy on navigating the trails. Have fun! Let us know if any questions will appear after this episode be s...
S01: Episode 11: Labour Law Tips with Zbig and Max: work-related accident 16.01.2026 25:54
Hello listeners! Due to increased interest with polish labour law we are providing You with some tips regarding the topic of work- related accidents. What is the work-related accident? What are the duties of the employer if it happens? What rights do You have? This and other questions will be answered in this episode. Let us know if any questions will appear after this episode be sending us an e-m...
S03: Episode 15 - Allegro - brief introduction to polish e-commerce platform 02.01.2026 16:56
Hello listeners! With our well known expert guest - Arthur we would like to introduce You to the popular e-commerce platform in Poland - Allegro. Let us know which other episodes would be interested to listen adn send us an e-mail at: agermanguyinpoland@gmail.com
S02: Episode 11: The Polish Health Fund Crisis — Legal Duties vs Economic Realities 12.12.2025 17:48
Hello listeners! We are humbly presenting the expert discussion regarding the problems of the Polish healthcare system. Our scope of this episode is focused on the economical and legal perspective of this problem. Let us know if any questions will appear after this episode be sending us an e-mail at: agermanguyinpoland@gmail.com
Season: Episode 11 - Expert Interview: The Magic of Polish Christmas Markets 2025 12.12.2025 24:48
Hello and welcome to yet another Christmas episode! We continue our topic from the previous episode with winter holidays in Poland! This time we will extend our focus to not only Wrocławs` Christmasmarket but also other ones located in different parts of Poland. We wish You have fun listening to the episode :) If You have any problems or suggestions for further episodes, email us at: agermanguyinp...
S02: Episode 10: Wrocław vs. Nuremberg: Christmas Markets in Comparison 14.11.2025 17:33
Christmas is approaching big steps so this time we wanted to suprise You with the comparison of Christmas market in Wrocław and Nuremberg! Max being the cohost and expert will provide You with some handy information about these two and give You his personal recomendations for each of the markets. We definitely invite You to try some Lebkuchen (gingerbread cookies) and Glühwein (mulled wine) in Nur...
Season 1 Episode 10: Employment of foreigners in Poland in 2025 – legalising stay and work for UA citizens 31.10.2025 18:56
Hello and welcome! We continue our mini-series with yet another topic regarding the legalisation of stay and work in Poland - this time we will focus on special regulations for ukraine citizens that were granted special procedure of registering their entry, stay and work in Poland. As promised in the episode we provide You with the link to the UA citizens that are exempt from these special regulat...
S02: Episode 9: Documentary Dialogue: presidents of Poland: Karol Tadeusz Nawrocki 24.10.2025 26:02
Hello and welcome! We are making a small pause with our miniseries regarding the legalising Your stay and work in Poland and start with something totally new! This time Max will introduce the profile of the president of Poland - Karol Nawrocki. We hope that this episode will start the new series regarding the former polish presidents! If You have any problems or suggestions for further episodes, e...
S01: Episode 10: Part three - visa-free movement in Poland 03.10.2025 14:47
Hello and welcome! This time Max and Zbig will continue our talk regarding the legal stay in Polnad. Our today`s main point of discussion is visa-free movement. Let us know if any questions will appear after this episode be sending us an e-mail at: agermanguyinpoland@gmail.com
S01: Episode 10: Part two - national visa and schengen visa 19.09.2025 17:34
Hello Ladies and Gentleman! We continue our long talk regarding the necessities with legalising foreigners` stay and work in Poland. Today we focus our attention on the issues with obtaining national and schengen visa in Poland. Let us know if any questions will appear after this episode be sending us an e-mail at: agermanguyinpoland@gmail.com
S01: Episode 10: Part one - introduction: Employment of foreigners in Poland in 2025 – basics and changes in regulations 06.09.2025 16:22
Hello listeners! This episode is our way of returning to our roots - giving foreigners tips and tricks in settling in Poland. Due to the fact our episode regarding legalising stay and work was many years ago and the fact the law in Poland changed a lot since then we are providing You with yet another miniseries! Let us know if any questions will appear after this episode by sending us an e-mail at...
S03: Episode 14: Morskie Oko – Poland’s Alpine Gem 22.08.2025 26:46
Welcome to our brand new episode with our special guest - Mateusz. This is second time as a guest in our podcast but the topic will be somewhat similar to the previous one - we will be talking about the Morskie Oko - the largest and fourth-deepest lake in the Tatra Mountains. Mateusz being the expert of the matter wil be sharing with You the history, legends, fun facts and practical tips and packi...
S01: Episode 9: Part five: Navigating Finance and Accounting Careers in Poland`s Outsourcing Sector 03.08.2025 26:06
Our finale of the mini-series of the interview with Max as an expert of the Finance and Accounting Carrer`s in Poland! This was demanding and adventorous series for us, hope out input will help You with Your carrer journey in Poland!
S01: Episode 9: Part four: Navigating Finance and Accounting Careers in Poland`s Outsourcing Sector 18.07.2025 24:21
Hello gals and guys! This is yet out fourth episode with Max being an expert and navigator through the topic of finance and accounting carrer posibilites in outsorcing sector in Poland. This episode has a lot of tricks and tips about Workplace Culture, Technology, and Tools in Polish Outsourcing - hope You have fun!
Season 1 Episode 9: Part three: Navigating Finance and Accounting Careers in Poland’s Outsourcing Sector 04.07.2025 21:07
Hello listeners! This week’s episode dives into:"Legal Requirements, Certifications, and Flexibility in Finance Outsourcing" 📜✅🕓This episode is the third part of our mini series with Max as an expert will guide You with the essential information about finance and accounting career in Poland. Got questions about working in finance in Poland? We’ve got answers! If You are still hungry for knowled...
S01: Episode 9: Part two: Navigating Finance and Accounting Careers in Poland's Outsourcing Sector 20.06.2025 18:46
Hello again! Max as a guy in finance, trust fund, 6'5' will share his thoughts about Career paths, skills and work environment in Finance Outsourcing in Poland. Hope You like our series and have fun!
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