Navigating Our Times

Swiss Music Icon Gölä - Reflections on the Journey Behind His Voice

In this episode of Navigating Our Times, host Sam Jordi sits down with Gölä — a Swiss music icon with a voice as rugged as the Alps and a career that has spanned more than 25 years since his breakthrough with Uf u Dervo. Gölä shares stories of fame’s wild twists, what keeps him grounded, and how the planet’s pace reminds us that life is fleeting, sacred, and best lived with gratitude.

From Swiss Roots to American Roads: Bob Lutz - Reflections on a Swiss-American Journey

In this episode of Navigating Our Times, Sam Jordi welcomes legendary automotive executive Bob Lutz for a candid conversation that bridges cultures and industries. Born in Zurich and raised between Switzerland and the United States of America, Lutz reflects on the formative influences that shaped his worldview and his diverse, accomplished career. Recorded in the first half of 2025, this episode offers timeless insights into business, identity, and global connection.

Living Swiss: Allison Walder - The Journey of Making Switzerland Home

In this episode of Navigating Our Times, host Sam Jordi sits down with Allison Walder to explore what it truly means to make Switzerland home. Through personal reflections, Allison shares the joys and challenges of adapting to Swiss life, raising a family, and embracing a new culture. Their conversation offers insights into building a sense of belonging far from one's roots. With vivid anecdotes and honest moments, Allison opens a window into the everyday realities of living abroad. If you are curious to learn more about her journey, you can follow Allison on Instagram at @wearethewalders.

A Swiss Engine, a Canadian Road: Stefan Zellweger – One of Over 800,000 Swiss Living Abroad

Over 800 000 Swiss citizens live abroad, forming a vibrant expat community that bridges cultures and seeks new horizons. In this episode of Navigating Our Times, we meet Stefan Zellweger, a Swiss trucker carving out a fresh life on North America's sprawling highways. His story of departure, adaptation, and discovery far from the Alps offers a vivid glimpse into the hopes, challenges, and rewards of building a life beyond Switzerland’s borders.

Bonus (auf Deutsch): Von der Schweiz nach Kanada - Stefan Zellweger

Stefan Zellweger – Trucker in den Weiten Nordamerikas