The Foreigner Podcast

Ep. 3 - Kiya Okhlopkova, fake it 'till you make it

In this episode, I talk all Japan-related with Kiya Okhlopkova, including our first experiences in Japan, struggles we have faced while getting used to the Japanese culture, recommendations on learning Japanese, how to get the most out of your experience living in Japan, and so many other things. It is also one of the funniest conversations I've had so far. So as always, enjoy and let me know what you think!

Ep. 2 - Sandia Primeia, dreams of other worlds

This episode features Sandia Primeia, microbiologist, PhD student at Tohoku University and super role model. Sandia is simply awesome. She's walked away from social conventions and family pressures, and pack her bags with dreams, ambitions, and a new vision for her life and that of her family...listen carefully, learn, and enjoy!

Ep. 1 - Emmanuel Dansu, the future UN Secretary General

In this episode, I chat with my dear friend Emmanuel Dansu. He is from Nigeria and he is doing a PhD in mathematical biology at Tohoku University in Sendai, Japan. Emmanuel is one of those people who always draws a smile from you. He is an amazing guy and we talked about many different topics; from his year of national youth service to how he managed to obtain a government scholarship to come to Japan after 5 years of applying to almost every university in the world. Enjoy!