The Pod Abroad
The Pod Abroad
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Howdy und Servus! I'm Paulina. I'm originally from Texas and have been living in Munich, Germany for over 8 years. I initially moved in 2016 for a master's program in sustainability and then liked it so much that I stayed!
Ever wondered what life abroad is really like? I'm super happy to have an incredible international village here in Munich, and you'll get to meet some of my favorite people! We'll share funny, insightful, and unfiltered stories about cultural differences, adapting to new norms, and building a home away from home. Follow along for new weekly episodes and leave a comment.
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The podcast explores themes of cultural differences, expatriate experiences, and personal growth, with episodes delving into topics such as adjusting to life in Germany, navigating immigration, and humorous tales of expat life. Examples include discussions on making friends as an American in Germany and the challenges faced when moving to a new country at any age.
Howdy und Servus! I’m Paulina. I’m originally from Texas and have been living in Munich, Germany for over 8 years. I initially moved in 2016 for a master’s program in sustainability and then liked it so much that I stayed!
Ever wondered what life abroad is really like? I’m super happy to have an incredible international village here in Munich, and you’ll get to meet some of my favorite people! We’ll share funny, insightful, and unfiltered stories about cultural differences, adapting to new norms, and building a home away from home. Follow along for new weekly episodes and leave a comment.
Munich Christmas markets guide: visiting Munich Germany in December for the best Christmas markets in Europe. Weißenburger Platz, Medieval Market, Tollwood, Märchenbazar, Pink Christmas and more.🎄 Texas vs Germany Holiday TraditionsMunich becomes pure magic in December — glowing stalls, mulled wine in the cold, tiny Santa cycling above Weißenburger Platz, medieval fire goblets, LGBTQ+ Christmas celebrations, and the massive Tollwood festival lighting up Theresienwiese.After 9 years living in Munich, I'm sharing my top Christmas markets, what makes each one special, and exactly how to enjoy them like a local. Then we shift into Christmas in two different worlds: my South Texas upbringing (tamales, buñuelos, Mexican hot chocolate, 80° weather) vs my life today in cold, cozy Munich.💬 YOUR TURN! Which Christmas markets or traditions define the holidays for you? Let me know in the comments down below y'all!!CHAPTERS00:00 Intro – Munich Christmas magic02:00 What Christmas markets actually are05:20 Glühwein, Kinderpunsch & winter drinks08:08 Weißenburger Platz Market 11:00 Medieval Market (Mittelaltermarkt) 13:31 Chinesischer Turm (Chinese Tower) Market 16:17 Tollwood Winter Festival19:23 Märchenbazar21:47 Pink Christmas – LGBTQ+ 24:34 Residenz Christmas Village 29:42 What to eat at Munich Christmas markets33:01 Christmas in South Texas40:10 U.S. consumerism vs German traditionsMY FAVE MUNICH CHRISTMAS MARKETS MENTIONED🎄 Weißenburger Platz Christmas Market🎄 Mittelaltermarkt / Medieval Market at Odeonsplatz🎄 Chinesischer Turm Christmas Market🎄 Tollwood Winter Festival at Theresienwiese🎄 Märchenbazar at Olympiapark🎄 Pink Christmas at Stephansplatz🎄 Residenz Christmas VillageTOPICS COVEREDMunich Christmas Markets Guide 2025 • Best Christmas markets in Europe • Visiting Munich in winter • Glühwein explained • South Texas Christmas traditions • Mexican-American holidays • Moving to Germany • Culture shocks Germany vs USAABOUT THE POD ABROADHowdy und Servus, y’all! I’m Paulina 🤠Texas-born, Munich-living for 9 years. The Pod Abroad shares stories about life abroad, cultural differences, and finding home far from home. New episodes every Tuesday.LISTEN AND CONNECTSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/711j4OKApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcastMore platforms: https://linktr.ee/thepodabroadInstagram: @thepod.abroadTikTok: @thepodabroadEmail: [email protected], Audio & Music: Tim ter HuurneDesign & Branding: Ali Khazanbeik – https://ytjobs.co/talent/profile/410967
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