Third Space Expats

Life Hacks in Bishkek - Things I wish I knew sooner

We're providing you an abundance of insider insights and innovative life hacks, giving you the information you wish you'd known sooner in the bustling city of Bishkek to prepare you for boosting your Bishkek experience with our podcast. You may discover that integrating the life hacks into your regular routine makes living in Bishkek more convenient and joyful. To make the most of your time in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, remember to embrace the local culture and take advantage of the city's unique attractions. Links to Apps: https://taxi.yandex.ru/bishkek/tariff/econom/ [https://taxi.yandex.ru/bishkek/tariff/econom/] https://kyrgyzstan.worldplaces.me/review/86901036-2gis-kyrgyzstan.html [https://kyrgyzstan.worldplaces.me/review/86901036-2gis-kyrgyzstan.html]

Bishkek as a Liminal Space- Russian & Afghan Expats

Get ready for a thought-provoking exploration of Bishkek as a liminal space, filled with captivating conversations and a deeper understanding of this unique city. We are exploring Bishkek's liminality through the eyes of two amazing guests from Russia and Afghanistan. Tune in as we delve deep into the soul of Bishkek, uncovering its hidden gems, untold stories, and the transformational force. You don't want to miss out this insightful journey!

Lost in Translation - The Stories of Misunderstandings in Kyrgyzstan

Join us as we delve into stories of being lost in translation in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. We explore the humorous and sometimes enlightening side effects of being in a country with a different set of linguistic codes. From not understanding small talks to road signs, to learning the power and pitfalls of body language, we are reminded of the power of communication in our diverse world.

First Bizarre Impressions

What was your first bizarre impression of a foreign country? Join us in this fun and amusing episode as our hosts tell their first bizarre impression of Kyrgyzstan, highlighting the beauty and complexity of cultural diversity. Our hosts focus on their own cultural prejudices and the lessons learnt from embracing the unexpected throughout the show. They reveal how these unusual events influenced their worldview and generated a greater understanding for diverse ways of living.  We will also hear from a local "Nurmukhammad Turkbaev" on his impressions of his home country.  If you're curious about our podcast, we invite you to tune in and see what it's all about. The podcast is supported by Experimental Humanities Collaborative Network OSUN grant - AUCA Podcast Sprint-AUCA Voices.

Expectations vs Reality of Kyrgyzstan

Have your expectation and reality of a place been different? If so, take a moment to listen to our podcast on "Expectations (Imagination) versus Reality of Kyrgyzstan". In this episode your hosts “Nargis and Saida” will get you dived into their fascinating stories while taking a unique approach by calling different people who have never visited Kyrgyzstan and a roundtable talk with an exceptional expat "Zanre Reed" from South Africa. If you're curious about our podcast, we invite you to tune in and see what it's all about. The podcast is supported by Experimental Humanities Collaborative Network OSUN grant - AUCA Podcast Sprint-AUCA Voices.