Third Culture Talk Podcast

In this episode I sit with Terrell Jermaine Starr, a journalist and CNN contributor living in Ukraine during the war. We talk about how a Detroit kid from an all-black world ended up deep in Eastern Europe. We also talk about being stopped by police 30 times, surviving a skinhead encounter in Russia, and how his American passport opened doors that closed for African students at the same border. An...

🎉 Episode 100! Thank you to everyone who has been rocking with us so far! In this episode I sit with Alison Lujan, a Canadian comedian visiting Berlin. We talk about her growing up and life in Canada.  From hunting bears to chopping wood and more. We also talk about how she has never been on a dating app. How she is still out in the world meeting people the old fashioned way. And Alison shares ho...

In this episode I sit with Lando. He's a rapper and personal trainer from Kankakee, Illinois. He talks about his journey from a small town 45 minutes south of Chicago to touring across Germany.  We talk about Midwest culture and what makes it different from the coasts. And Lando shares a story of how he cold messaged a basketball team in Hamburg. And getting a halftime performance slot and en...

In this episode I sit with Berlin-based comedian Devansh Sharma. We talk about his transformation from 280lbs and depressed to fit and thriving in Berlin. Pranav shares the chest pain moment at 28 that changed everything. We also dive into dating in Germany and he tells a wild story about a woman who made him watch conspiracy theory videos before they could hook up. Devansh's Socials Instagra...

In this episode I sit with Switzerland based comedian Irene Carbo. We talk about her upbringing in Italy and Italian stereotypes. We also talk about her love for hiking. And Irene shares a crazy story of getting stuck in a Glacier and the fun in extreme hiking. Irene's Socials Instagram   ------------------------------------------------------------------- Third Culture Talk Podcast is about p...

In this episode I sit with Berlin based comedian Žana Fejzić. We talk about her upbringing in Bosinia, south of Gemany, and eventually Florida. We also share our favorite and least favorite things about social media. Also Žana shares some tips on producing comedy shows Žana's Socials Instagram | Tiktok | Youtube ------------------------------------------------------------------- Third Culture...

In this episode, I talk with comedian Victor Pãtrăşcan . He travels the world to tell jokes and does not stay in one place for long. Victor shares why the stage feels like his home, what it’s like growing up in Romania. And the funny and strange things he sees while touring. He even tells the story of doing the first English comedy show in Uzbekistan . We also talk about his trips to the USA and h...

Today on the Third Culture Talk Podcast, I sit down with Jan Heimes, co-CEO of Needle.   We talk about his life growing up in Germany. Also his experiences living across Europe and the U.S. (including Utah!). And the cultural shocks he faced along the way. Jan also shares how the app, Needle, came to life, why finding the right co-founder is so important. And what it takes to build something meani...

Today I sit with Wyatt Feegrado, fresh off his European Comedy Tour. And Chloé “CeeKay” Brown, who opened for him on his tour. We talk about difference of comedy in Europe vs NYC. Also, their experiences on the road through different cities in Europe. We also share trigger points in comedy. Wyatt's Socials Instagram | TikTok | YouTube | Spotify CeeKay's Socials Instagram | Tiktok   -----...

Today I'm back with Sid Singh and we talk about politics, comedy, and doing comedy in Europe. He shares his experience with politics and the current state of the world and the challenges that comes with it. We talk also talk about performing comedy in Europe.  Sid's Socials Instagram | TikTok | Youtube ------------------------------------------------------------------- Third Culture Talk...

Today I sit with Pascal Hausberger, a stand up comedian. We talk about growing up in Korea and Austria. Also USA sports, politics, and safety in Europe. Pascal shares his experience visiting NYC. We talk about stand up comedy and how important Pascal was in my decision moving to Berlin. Pascal's Socials Instagram | Tiktok | Youtube -------------------------------------------------------------...

Today I sit with Clare Trelawny-Gower. We talk about the The Average German series and the idea behind it. We talk about surfing, going to India. Also creating international films and Harry Potter facts. Clare's Socials Youtube   ------------------------------------------------------------------- Third Culture Talk Podcast is about people living in different cultures. Different than the cultu...

Today I sit with Oleg Denisov. We talk about doing comedy in Russia before the war, producing shows in Europe. How that affected his comedy and career. Also doing and producing shows in Edinburgh. He shares tips on producing shows. Also shares things about his brand East/West Comedy in Berlin. Oleg's Socials Instagram | Website -----------------------------------------------------------------...

Today I sit with Dave Adams. An Australian Composer, Pianist, Vocalist, and Comedian based in Berlin. We talk about life in Australia, touring with a 9 person band, and moving to Berlin. We also talk about reincarnation, beer, and music. Timestamps  (2:01) Australia, Government, And Culture  (5:24) Freedoms In Berlin Vs Australia  (12:06) Melbourne & Australian Cities  (16:48) Traveling In Eur...

Today I sit with Brian Babylon. We talk about his time traveling Europe in the early 2000s. Also his different upbringing in Chicago. and comedy in Europe. He also shares thoughts on entertainment and where it's headed. And advice on stand up comedy   Timestamps (5:07) Berlin In 2000s (16:43) Music (19:57) Co-Ed Saunas (23:44) Berlin Music Scene (26:07) Childhood, Chicago, And Europe (37:43)...

Today I sit with Juju. We talk about her growing up in Turkey and moving to the USA. Also Family, Working in Tech, Spirituality, Acting, and David Goggins. Timestamps (2:18) Turkey, Tech, Family, USA (20:12) Living In NYC (26:13) Working In Tech (34:05) What You're Meant To Do (43:29) Books (46:32) Life Changes And Friends (48:10) Transformations, Acting, Chakras (58:10) Spirituality, Stereot...

Today I sit again with Tanja Renee Parker. We talk about interracial dating and paranoia. Also America vs Germany finances . Also code switching and why Tanja came back on the podcast. Timestamps (4:07) German Grandparents And American Grandparents (5:30) Interracial Dating (10:14) Racism In Europe (14:06) Paranoia (18:53) Hood Movies, Lingo, German Words (29:30) Speaking The New German Speakers (...

Today I sit with Bryan Lee. We talk about being in the first 100 employees at Gary Vee's agency, Vayner Media. Bryan shares growing up in Orange County, California. We also talk about social media. And thoughts about dating and Korea. Timestamps (1:39) Social Media (6:20) Working at Vayner Media (8:37) How Was Gary Lee (12:48) Moving from NYC to Berlin (27:42) Growing Up in Korea, Hong Kong,...

Today I sit again with Ludwig Benecke. We talk about Kanye, the comedy landscape in Berlin and slowing down. We also delve into deep topics that leads nowhere Ludwig's Socials Instagram ------------------------------------------------------------------- Third Culture Talk Podcast is about people living in different cultures. Different than the culture they are from. Culture meaning, way of li...

Today I sit with Deo Katunga. He's a stand up comedian and skateboarder based in Berlin. We talk about him growing up in Bulgaria being one of the few black kids. He shares about the dynamics having a Congolese father and Bulgarian Mother. Also the difficulties of school in Bulgaria. We also talk about what it is to be black and the difference of that in Europe vs USA. And comedy Timestamps (...

Today I sit with Shari Mari. She's a stand up comedian and producer based in Berlin. We talk about her upbringing in Singapore, Sri Lanka and Malaysia. Also, we talk about valley girls, college life. Also the fun of a German/Euro lifestyle in America (and failing) Timestamps (1:18) Language And Personality (8:02) Valley Girls (10:38) Born In Singapore. Life In Sri Lanka And Germany (16:54) An...

Today I sit with Jules Oakes. She's a comedian from the U.K and based in Berlin. We talk about land usage in USA and parts of European and differences in bullying. Also we talk about finding secluded spaces and city life Timestamps  (4:11) Medical Stuff in Germany (12:27) 9 Years In Berlin (18:40) Scooter and Techno (23:35) Fish, Fire, and Life Lessons (35:08) European vs USA Remote Areas (41...

Today I set with Gino. We talk about NYC neighborhood and interesting people who live there. Also, traveling in NYC vs Berlin, sea salt spray, and the politics of hair Timestamps (1:04) Berlin Neighborhoods (6:55) NYC Neighborhoods and People (14:04) Traveling in Berlin vs NYC (15:41) Social Media, Berlin, and Weather (23:47) White People on The Podcast (32:43) German Word Play (38:10) German Cult...

Today I sit with Andrej Ivanov. We talk about North Macedonia and his upbringing there. He also shares winning awards and traveling for Math. We also talk about engineering and standup. Timestamps (4:04) Comedy & Engineering (6:00) North Macedonia (18:20) Childhood in North Macedonia (19:40) Being a Math Olympian (23:23) Nya & Andrej Role Play (26:00) Being Drunk The Smart Way (28:05) Winn...

Today I sit with Justin Small. We talk about his visit back to the USA after being away for a year. Also we share our observations on dating in Berlin vs NYC. He shares some of club experiences in Berlin and advice. Timestamps (2:27) Berlin Nightlife Lifestyle (6:27) First Time Doing Comedy in NYC (15:22) Visiting USA First Time In A Year (37:14) Dating In Berlin (55:27) Kitkat and Berlin Clubs (1...