Everyone Is Moving To Berlin
by Manuel Salmann & Jae Staten
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About this podcast
If you’re looking to move to Berlin (or just moved here), then this podcast is for you. We're here to provide personal insight on everything you need to know in order to move to Germany's pulsating capital. Through each episode, we tackle topics that will help you make your journey to Berlin easy and enjoyable. Already living in Berlin? Then you might appreciate hearing the tips, advice and personal stories of others who've decided to call Berlin their new home. Find out more here: https://everyone.berlin
Episodes
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- Final Pieces of Advice · 1 h 37 min · Episode 64Why the podcast is ending. Life, dating and club culture in Berlin. Thoughts on psychedelics, sobriety, meditation, and moving to Berlin. And: Our final pieces of advice to…
- Beer, Bureaucracy, and Blocked Accounts: Studying Abroad in Germany · 1 h 5 min · Episode 63Our listener Tatiana moved to Potsdam for her (second) master’s degree and discovered that studying in Germany isn’t just about grades and academic growth. From blocked accounts…
- Amazing, Neurotic, Forever Curious: John Kampfner on Berlin · 37 min · Episode 62John Kampfner, journalist, author, and long-time Berliner, joins Manuel to talk about how the city has evolved over the decades. They also dive into Germany’s current political…
- Moving to Germany After 50: It’s Never Too Late · 42 min · Episode 61Antje, a Portland native with German roots, discusses her journey toward potentially relocating to Berlin in her 50s. She shares her experiences with language learning, dual…
- How to Berlin on a Budget · 48 min · Episode 60This episode is jam-packed with tips on saving money in Berlin. There's transportation and dining tips, insurance recommendations, information on Turkish markets and food-sharing…
- Squeezle Your Way In: Berlin's Museums · 40 min · Episode 59There are almost 200 museums in Berlin — and Stephanie Pearson has seen many of them. A dedicated museum enthusiast, she has offered guided museum guides, currently works for a…
- Sharing Vibes: How to Make It As A Musician in Berlin (with Diana Goldberg) · 45 min · Episode 58Diana Goldberg moved from Munich to Berlin and ditched her health sciences studies to pursue a career in music. In this episode, she tells us what it's like trying to make it as…
- Berlin's Neighborhoods Revisited: It's Really Happening for Lichtenberg · 51 min · Episode 57Jack is back on the show and helps us characterize Berlin's neighborhoods — from multicultural Neukölln, trendy Kreuzberg, gentrified Prenzlauer Berg to … Lichtenberg?…
- Try to Deduct Your Kitchen: The German Tax System Explained [Sponsored by Wundertax] · 54 min · Episode 56Daniel Hahnemann, co-founder and CEO of Wundertax, talks us through the why and how of tax filing in Germany. We talk about when you can expect a refund, outline deductions for…
- Where Are All the French People? · 36 min · Episode 55Alice is a French expat. In our conversation, she explains her decision to ditch Paris for Berlin, details how she managed to find an apartment, shares tips on how to find work…
- Roommate Roulette: What (Not) to Do Before Moving Into a WG · 48 min · Episode 54Jae has had some challenges with flatmates* and landlords*. So we dedicate an entire episode to tenant associations, deposits and everything you need to know before the rental…
- The Anti-Racism-Protests and the AfD · 39 min · Episode 53In our first episode in 2024, we reflect on the growth of our podcast and the decision to release episodes on our own timeline. We express gratitude to our supporters and invite…
- The Best Thing About Berlin Is Potsdam · 35 min · Episode 52Kevin Alterfritz, historian and Potsdam aficionado, takes us beyond Berlin’s shadow to reveal why many believe Potsdam is the real highlight. We explore the city's hidden gems…
- A Barber and a Barista Move to Berlin · 1 h 0 min · Episode 51Lony and Sean fell in love with Berlin on a summer tour and spontaneously decided to swap their life in North Carolina for a fresh start in Berlin. The couple not only navigated…
- "Americans in Germany Drinking Whiskey" on Goofy Traditions, Disappointing Germans, Learning the Language and Anti-Americanism · 48 min · Episode 50Geoff and Alex — better known as "Americans in Germany Drinking Whiskey" — join us to discuss their decade-long experience of living in Berlin. We talk about quirky German…
- Being Vegan in Berlin (It's a Bit Like Living in the Future) · 42 min · Episode 49Back from our summer break, Manuel speaks with three Berliners who all chose a plant-based lifestyle. We talk about Berlin's reputation as a vegan haven, animal rights activism…
- Fines, Fees & a Summer Break · 30 min · Episode 48We're about to take a summer break — but first, a glimpse into Jae's "toxic relationship" with Berlin: He's getting evicted, received an unexpected 1,900 euros hospital bill and…
- Secondhand Berlin: Buying and Selling Used Goods · 13 min · Episode 47Is there too much (or too little) stuff in your life? In this mini-episode, Manuel explains how to buy and sell used things in Berlin. Besides (not-eBay) Kleinanzeigen and…
- Open-Air Berlin: Live Music, Swimming and Hosting Events · 41 min · Episode 46Berlin is amazing in the summer! In this episode, Jae details his trip to a local nudist beach, and Manuel describes his experience at a Kings of Leon open-air show. We also…
- Parks and the City: Exploring Berlin’s Green Havens · 22 min · Episode 45Berlin, a city known for its urban "roughness," surprises visitors with its captivating parks. These green havens offer a respite from the hustle and bustle, inviting moments of…
- How to Find a Therapist in Berlin · 43 min · Episode 44In this episode, we share our personal experiences with therapy, offer guidance on recognizing when you might need therapy, and explain how to find an English-speaking therapist…
- Berlin’s Lakes: Beaches, Buzz, and Nudists · 19 min · Episode 43Berliners love their lakes — especially in the summer. In this episode, Manuel recommends 7 lakes to check out when you're new to the city, explains what a "Strandbad" is, urges…
- (Still) Finding A Place to Live: How to Perfect Your Housing Application · 47 min · Episode 42It's been a year, and Jae is still looking for a permanent place to live. This episode is all about what he's learned in the process. Everyone who got an amazing place at a good…
- Thriving In Berlin: Tips for Transitioning Out Of Survival Mode · 29 min · Episode 41Survival mode can be a necessary response when moving to a new city, but when does it become time to transition to thriving mode? In this episode, Jae reflects on his experiences…
- Life as an Au Pair in Berlin · 1 h 3 min · Episode 40In this episode, 19-year-old Olivia shares what it's like being an au pair in Berlin. She explains how to find an au pair family, shares what her working hours and pay look like…
- Berlin's Libraries · 13 min · Episode 39Berlin has sooo many libraries! In this episode, Manuel sums up the variety of resources offered by the VÖBB libraries, the Berlin State Library, and university libraries. You'll…
- How to Not Date a Murderer in Berlin · 45 min · Episode 38Lulu Johnson, author of "Dating in Berlin: Tales of Modern Love and Relationships", joins us to share her wild dating experiences in the city of "non-commitment". In her 8 years…
- What To Do If You Lose Your Passport In Berlin · 12 min · Episode 37Losing your passport (or getting it stolen) can be a very scary and daunting experience, especially if you’re not really sure what to do next. In this episode, we discuss what to…
- Sweet Popcorn & Subtitles: Going to the Movies in Berlin · 1 h 2 min · Episode 36Ricardo Ancona, a true film nerd and former theater owner, declares Berlin a movie lover's paradise. In this episode, he unveils the secrets of German cinema etiquette – from…
- Navigating Berlin's Public Transportation System · 57 min · Episode 35Upon listener request, Manuel explores the ins and outs of using public transportation in Berlin. You'll learn about the various types of transportation available, such as the…
- The Acceptance of Imperfection: Creating Music And Photography in Berlin · 50 min · Episode 34Michel van Collenburg is a musician and photographer living in the Netherlands who, every year, finds his way back to Berlin for it’s creativity and inspiration. In this episode…
- Do You Miss America? · 26 min · Episode 33In this episode, Jae reflects on his 10-month journey of moving from Texas to Berlin. It explores Jae’s feelings of homesickness, what he misses most about the US, what he…
- Reclaiming Your Birthright: How to Get German Citizenship in the Context of Restitution · 47 min · Episode 32Deborah's father was 16 when he fled Nazi Germany during a rescue effort of Jewish children known as the Kindertransport. He later raised a family in Australia and almost never…
- Birthdays Are Different in Germany · 41 min · Episode 31We're celebrating our first podcast-anniversary and starting a Discord Server. Join us to talk about all things Berlin! In this episode, we discuss the culture around…
- Insurance You Need (And Don't Need) in Germany · 28 min · Episode 30Boring, but kind of important: In this episode, Manuel explains which insurances are required by law in Germany, which ones are optional but important to have, and which ones you…
- All the Dogs Are Moving to Berlin · 53 min · Episode 29Manuel adopted a dog! We explain the process of fostering and/or adopting a dog in Berlin, how to know you're ready to be a dog owner, what you'll need to do once the dog is in…
- A Few Things I Wish I Knew Before Moving To Berlin · 22 min · Episode 28In this episode, Jae explains the lessons and tips he would tell his past self if he was moving to Berlin again for the first time. Show Notes • Gross Net Tax Calculator Germany…
- Berlin Is Crazy on New Year’s Eve · 47 min · Episode 27German New Year's Eve traditions, how the German "Happy New Year" is different before and after January 1, why parts of Berlin go crazy (!) on New Year's Eve and our 2023…
- How Germans Spend Christmas · 15 min · Episode 26Advent calendars, Christmas markets, packed trains and the "Christkind" — Manuel shares what you can expect if you're spending Christmas in Germany for the first time…
- Starting a Company in Berlin · 55 min · Episode 25“Berlin is as cool as Brooklyn, but cheap.” This sentence inspired Jeremy to move to Berlin in 2014. While starting to learn German, he found that none of the existing language…
- Being Black in Berlin · 28 min · Episode 24In this episode Jae talks about his experiences being Black in Berlin and how it has affected him emotionally and mentally. In this raw, uncut episode which feels more like a…
- Raising a Family as an Expat in Berlin & How the City Has Changed · 43 min · Episode 23Rachel Stern from The Local joins us to talk about having kids and raising a family in Berlin, Germany's working culture, life as a journalist, cash vs. cards, learning German…
- Berlin Housing Scams & How to Get a Visa Teaching English · 13 min · Episode 22In this short solo episode, Manuel shares how to avoid getting scammed when looking for an apartment in Berlin, and explains how teaching English can be a way to legally stay and…
- Berlin vs. The Rest of Germany · 50 min · Episode 21Jae talks about his first trips in Germany outside of Berlin (they didn't go as smoothly as planned). We then methodically go through some of the other major cities and…
- Being An Artist in Berlin · 21 min · Episode 20Berlin is a special place, especially for artists. In this episode, Jae explains how Berlin's art scene was a big inspiration for him to come here and how the art scene might…
- Berlin Changes You · 33 min · Episode 19How does Berlin change you? We touch upon intercultural competence, Berlin's roughness, privilige, party life, safe spaces and boundaries while tackling this question. Show Notes…
- After the Move: Anmeldung, Electricity, Gas & Internet · 33 min · Episode 18In this solo-episode, Manuel explains how to register after you move into an apartment in Berlin and how to sign up for electricity, gas and internet contracts. Also: Reflections…
- Winter Is Coming · 40 min · Episode 17Sunlamps, thick clothes & hot water bags: How we prepare for the infamous Berlin winter — and how the general energy in the city changes during the dark months. Also: Our stances…
- Mental Health Update · 29 min · Episode 16In this solo episode, Jae provides an update on his mental health and how he has been managing since he’s been living here. He discusses the effects of burnout and a few…
- How to Marry a German · 48 min · Episode 15Manuel is joined by Chris and Stephanie, both from the United States, each married to a German spouse. They share how easy/difficult it was for them to get their…
