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Citizen Dan: It Wasn’t Even Close – Harris Triumphs in Presidential Debate
Summary BBC Radio Kent presenter Anna Cookson and ‘Over Here, Over There’ podcast co-host Dan Harris discuss the first televised debate between US presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Dan comments...
I, Claudia: How to Spot Europeans in the US
Summary Claudia flips the script to highlight what makes Europeans stand out in the US. From childhood wonder at green road signs and skyscrapers to adult realities of being constantly...
Tim Walz Comes to the Fore as Kamala Harris’s VP Pick
Summary ‘Over Here, Over There’ podcast cohost Claudia Koestler explores recent comments of Republican Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance regarding his belief that a woman’s worth is tied to her...
I, Claudia: What am I Worth to You, Mr. Vance?
Summary ‘Over Here, Over There’ podcast cohost Claudia Koestler explores recent comments of Republican Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance regarding his belief that a woman’s worth is tied to her...
I, Claudia: OK Democrats, All Together Now
Summary In this episode, Claudia Koestler discusses President Biden’s announcement to step down as the Democratic nominee in 2024 and what that means for the U.S. and the rest of...
Citizen Dan: We’d Love You Even More, Joe, If You’d Go
Dan Harris, political and current affairs commentator and co-host of the ‘Over Here, Over There’ podcast discusses the anxiety surrounding the upcoming 2024 presidential election in November and the potential...
BBC Radio Kent: Dan Harris Comments on Attempt on Trump
Summary During a rally, shots were fired at former President Donald Trump, resulting in a pause in the presidential race. President Biden condemned the attack and called for a cooling...
UK Elections: Labour Win Big, But Will They Deliver?
In this episode, Dan Harris and Claudia Koestler discuss the recent UK election results and their potential global implications. They highlight the seamless transition of power between the Conservatives...
The Democrats’ Solution: ‘The Old Man and the Sea’
In this conversation, Dan Harris and Claudia Köstler discuss the state of the U.S. presidential election and the Trump-Biden debate from the perspective of Europe. They explore how closely Germany...
I, Claudia: Yes We Cannabis
We’re tackling the buzzworthy topic of cannabis legalization in Germany. Grab your preferred chill beverage and join Claudia! Cannabis in Germany has a long history, from its hemp heyday in...
I, Claudia: Gift Giving – Oh, You Shouldn’t Have
In the world of gift-giving, tales of the unexpected abound. From mysterious boxes that promise the world but deliver only disappointment to DIY disasters crafted with love (and lots of...
I, Claudia: A Eurovision of Americans
Claudia Koestler humorously explores cultural quirks Europeans find peculiar about Americans, from overt patriotism and effusive customer service to long commutes and ice-filled drinks. She discusses litigious tendencies, public bathroom...
I, Claudia: Farmers Take to the Streets in Germany
Farmers strikes are prevalent throughout the EU, some of which can have a distinct impact on a country’s economy and across society. In Germany, recent farmer protests have caused chaos,...
I, Claudia: Will the UK Lose Its (Elgin) Marbles?
Having something for long a time one could start thinking, rightly or wrongly, that it is yours. The Elgin Marbles, also known as the Parthenon Marbles, are Greek sculptures that...
Study Abroad: The Key Differentiator
Travel broadens the mind, they say. Combined with study, it provides an incredible opportunity for personal development and forms a powerful differentiator in one’s career and life, including the benefits...
I, Claudia: Get Up, Stand Up in Germany – Or Not?
The rise of extremist movements throughout the world is nothing new. However, their power and influence in Western democracies is particularly startling, especially in the bastion of such a stable...
I, Claudia: Monday Morning in Bavaria
Tune in to hear how different Monday mornings are from your town or city as Claudia makes her way to work in her Alpine splendor in Bavaria. Some things may...
Russia and the West After Navalny
The death of Russian political activist and freedom rights campaigner Alexei Navalny stunned the world for its open brazenness at the hands of Vladimir Putin and his government. There is...
German Words – The Long and The Quirky
‘Life is too short to learn German’, said Oscar Wilde. And even for a native German speaker, it does have its challenges. Over Here, Over There podcast co-host Claudia Koestler...
There’s No Place Like Heimat
‘There’s no place like home’, said Dorothy in one of the most famous final lines in cinematic history in The Wizard of Oz. The concept of home has intrigued writers,...
Giuseppe Dell’Anno: Great British Bake-off Winner and Beyond
Over Here, Over There’s special guest has risen from relative obscurity over the past three years to be recognised by fans across a crowded New York City street. Such is...
I, Claudia: Welcome Back to Bavaria – Or Is it Rudeland?
In this episode, Claudia Koestler considers the ‘Over Here, Over There’ aspects of politeness and kindness in Germany relative to her experiences abroad. She provides three anecdotes that highlight the...
Better Food Management
German TV presenter and science journalist Dirk Steffens, who with his filmmaker and biologist wife Sabine work together to help save the planet by advocating smarter and more effective consumption...
I, Claudia: Sundays in Bavaria
Bavaria’s Sundays are slower than the rest of Germany and many other countries. Most public and private organizations are closed, which has its plusses and minuses. It’s a matter of...
Germany’s 2023 State Elections: Right and Wrong
In her recent point of view episode about the recent German elections, Claudia Koestler, Senior Editor at the Süddeutsche Zeitung, Germany’s leading national daily, comments on the significant rise of...
BBC Radio Kent: Dan Harris Comments on Michael Johnson (R-LA), the New Speaker of the House of Representatives
Over Here, Over There podcast host Dan Harris discusses with BBC Radio Kent’s Steve Ladner the election of a new Speaker of the House, (R-LA) Michael Johnson. ‘Finally, the nightmare...
BBC Radio Kent: Dan Harris Comments on Joe Biden’s Trip to Israel
Amidst the turmoil following Hamas’s brutal attack on Israel, President Joe Biden traveled to Israel to show US support for its close ally and try to reduce tensions amongst the...
Is International Education the Best Investment?
The value of international education is increasingly being realised, particularly in countries in which tuition fees have increased significantly over the years. As Anthony Nemecek, one of our expert panelists...
Dual Citizenship – The New ‘Gotta Have’
According to a recent New York Times article, dual citizenship is the new ‘gotta have’, and many people across the world are seeking a second or even a third to...
What Does A Country’s Cuisine Say About Its Culture?
If you were the culinary ambassador of your country and had to offer one dish to attract as many visitors as possible, what would that be? A soul-searching question for...
Sprechen Sie Small Talk? Why Some Countries Would Rather Not
Small talk is hard for some people. But what happens when a country’s citizens find it difficult or don’t engage in small talk culturally with their fellow citizens or foreigners?...
Podcast Preview – Post Trump: Will the World be the Same Again?
Hosts: Dan Harris, Claudia Koestler; Panel: Bill Barnard, Warren Moore and Dr. Tom Lorman Full Episode...
Post Trump: Will the World Be the Same Again?
He’s gone but certainly not forgotten. You know who I’m talking about. Long, dark coat, long red tie, orange hair. The man who dominated the airwaves for four chaotic years...
Podcast Preview – Jishuku: Is Social Responsibility the Best Vaccine?
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Gesundheit: Where in the World Can You Afford to be Sick?
In this podcast, we have a great mixture of professionals with first-hand experience of health systems in different countries, including Claudia Koestler, Senior Editor of the Süddeutsche Zeitung, Mike Bellissimo,...
Pandemic Lessons from Japan: A Tradition of Considering Others
We’re at the end of 2020, and though some reports seem promising, there is still no vaccine. Yet I look at what’s going on in Japan, and I look at...
Jishuku 自粛 : Is Social Responsibility the Best Vaccine?
Social responsibility has been a critical imperative before the vaccines for the COVID-19 virus were developed and it remains vital for the safety and well-being as the vaccines are rolled...
From Claudia
The Muhlenberg Pro-English Legend Are you familiar with the Muhlenberg legend? On January 9th, 1794, a group of German immigrants in Virginia asked the House of Representatives to start to...
‘Over Here, Over There’ Podcast Launches Everywhere
Local views on global topics: In the new podcast ‘Over Here, Over There’ stellar guests from different countries and backgrounds discuss with hosts Dan Harris and Claudia Koestler what we...
Podcast Preview – Gesundheit: Where in the World Can You Afford to be Sick?
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Where Can You Find Over Here, Over There?
The question that we get asked the most is, of course, where can we find our podcast. The answer is simple: Everywhere, including here: You can also listen on your...