Crossing The Pond

Crossing The Pond

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Crossing The Pond episodes

  • #13 - Community - Paul Dawson 🇮🇪
    CTP visited Mulligans Pub in Hoboken, NJ this week for a chat with owner Paul Dawson about his time in the US since arriving in 1990.
    He gives a great insight into his humble beginnings, love for football and his daily mindset to provide a ‘taste of home’ for anyone who enters the pub. One of the many reasons it has become one of the most popular ‘soccer bars’ in the NY/NJ Metro area
    Since he began his ownership journey in 2000, Paul’s love for the relationships the bar has fostered, the characters that it draws and the impact it has had on him and his family is still strong to this day
    #crossingthepond #expat #footballfanatic #chelseafc #irishabroad #dublincity #hobokenbars #mulliganshoboken #community #expatcommunity #hobokennj
    35 min
  • #12 - Identity - Joe Melvin 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
    This week Gary is joined by Joe Melvin, who came to the US in 2007 to continue his work with the Wall St Journal.
    He documents the challenges of adapting to new surroundings, the joys of being a father and the steps he is now taking to improve his outlook on day-to-day moments moving forward.
    He talks specifically about his personal struggle with his mental health and the affects it has had on himself and those close to him.
    References in this episode:
    🍻 'Sloppy Joes' was one of many home-built bars in the suburbs: https://www.garbarnation.com/episodes/sloppy-joes/
    #crossingthepond #britsabroad #expat #depression #mentalhealth #itsgoodtotalk
    46 min
  • BONUS EPISODE - LULA
    BONUS SHORT
    In the first effort at a mini spin-off, Gary was able to record an extra bonus segment from my recent episode with Dave Simpson, talking about his endeavors, along with Co-Founder Bob Gibson, to form the Leeds United LA supporters club (LULA).
    He talks about the initial ideas, the search for a bar to host them and how far they have come since its inception in 2017.
    Dave talks about its importance, not only as a community where people can watch the game, but also its significance of a ‘soft landing’ for those moving to the area in search of a touch of home.
    References in this episode:
    🏟️ Leeds United LA (LULA) - Supporters club currently based in Santa Monica
    🍺 O’Briens on Wiltshire, in Santa Monica, the current home of LULA. It’s a great venue with friendly staff, showing most live sporting events from around the globe
    #lula #leedsunitedla #community #expat #expatlife #crossingthepond #workingabroad #obriensonwiltshire
    7 min
  • #11 - Perspective - Dave Simpson 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
    Dave Simpson joined Gary on his final leg of the recent west coast trip to talk about his career in the fire service that has led him to his new role as an Investigator for the LA Coroners office.
    They talk about how his new role came about and how the intensity of his job offers a great deal of perspective when he returns to his regular family life.
    Dave shares stories of his initial thoughts after moving to LA, early misunderstanding’s, his lifestyle changes and not to mention setting the record for the longest CTP ‘quick fire’ round so far.
    #crossingthepond #britsinla #fireservice #royalairforce #careerabroad #workingabroad #expat #expatlife #livinginamovie #shermanoaks #communication #empathy #personality
    45 min
  • #9 - Ambition - Patrick McCarthy 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
    The Podcast goes on the road to sunny California this week for the first episode recorded in Los Angeles.
    Pat McCarthy joins Gary to talk about his journey in the world of acting and modelling. which ultimately brought him to the US in 2010.
    From early auditions to being the face of a German aftershave, Pat's stories provide an excellent insight into navigating the cutthroat industries and the toll it can take on friendships, relationships and future plans.
    References in this episode:
    💻 Brits in LA - Community group welcoming countless expats to the LA area.
    🕴️ David Attenborough - British broadcaster, biologist, natural historian and author
    📍 Aldershot - Town in Hampshire, England. 'Home of the British Army'
    🛍️ Bruno Banani Frangrance - 'Distinctive men's scents, not for everyone'
    Instagram: @crossing_the_pond_podcast
    #friendship #crossingthepond #risk #ambition #actor #pride #humility #friendshipcircles #expat #britsinla #britsabroad #workingabroad #brunobanani
    40 min
  • #8 - Professionalism - Matt Walker 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
    Gary hosts Matt Walker this week, who has made significant strides since his early foray to the US in 2004 and is now the Head of Performance Services for the Academy at Manchester United Football Club.
    Regardless of if you have a football/soccer affiliation or not, this episode talks a lot about creating the right environments to foster success for others.
    Matt's insight into his processes, the 'pivots' he has made in his career and his genuine personality is something that everyone can draw inspiration from to apply in their respective careers.
    References in this episode
    * 🎙️ 'Authentic Resilience’ with Gary Peters
    Instagram: @crossing_the_pond_podcast
    #friendship #crossingthepond #professionalstandards #friendshipcircles #expat #cambridgeunited #manchesterunited #friendsreunion #britsabroad #workingabroad #authentic #authenticresilience
    42 min
  • #7 - Experience - Andrew Ralphs 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
    Andy Ralphs joins Gary in the studio this week as they recount all of the experiences that they’ve had and how it’s shaped them during their time in the US, since they arrived here on the same plane back in 2003.
    Andy reflects on the people he’s met, the places he’s been and everything else from food, sports and culture in between.
    The discussion moves to how the search for different experiences has evolved over time.
    It’s almost a certainty that anyone who knows Andy will love his trip down memory lane as much as they did. To anyone who doesn’t know him will no doubt get a great insight into the varied experiences of an ‘Englishman abroad’.
    References in this episode:
    🎙️ ‘Serial’ is a popular podcast that talks to a lot of different events **Gary was so wrapped up in talking to Andy about the thought of driving alone listening to podcasts about killers, he neglected to mention it**
    📍 Wallace, Idaho ‘The Center of the Universe’
    🍽️ Ahri’s Kitchen is a popular Korean BBQ restaurant in Jersey City, NJ
    Instagram: @crossing_the_pond_podcast
    #friendship #crossingthepond #risk #friendshipcircles #expat #traveling #foodie #jerseycity #roadtrip #newjersey #britsabroad #workingabroad #twentyyearsandcounting
    41 min
  • #6 - Reflection - Ray Gallagher 🇮🇪
    Gary is joined this week by an old friend from his early days in the US, Ray Gallagher.
    Ray first came to the US from Co. Cork, Ireland after completing his English/Sociology degree in 2004. After 3 1/2 years working in the service industry in Manhattan, he returned home in early ‘08.
    He is currently working at a high school in the Southeast of England, holding the roles of Assistant Headmaster and Head of English.
    Just goes to show that friendships can easily be picked up after a long time, they spent a good 2 hours outside of the recording catching up.
    References in this episode:
    🎙️ ‘Help I sexted my boss’ is a podcast hosted by William Hanson & Jordan North in the UK
    📺 ‘Allo Allo’ was a ‘90s sitcom based in wartime France.
    Instagram: @crossing_the_pond_podcast
    #friendship #crossingthepond #reflection #jonevisastories #friendshipcircles #expat #irishabroad #irishbartending #workingabroad #twentyyearsandcounting #visas
    41 min
  • #5 - Connection - Andy Roderick 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿
    Gary hosts Andy Roderick this week, who first came to the US after completing his studies at Loughborough University in 1988.
    For the past 36 years he has worked in the Youth Sports industry, recently transitioning into a role as a Head of Business Development for 3 Step Sports.
    The constant theme throughout this episode is the significance of connection and networking. We discuss it’s professional and social benefits, along with the situations we have found ourselves in as a result of fostering strong connection.
    References in this Episode:
    🌐 3Step Sports is youth sports club and event operator, who’s mission is to enhance life experiences through sport.
    🌐 UKElite Soccer was a Youth Soccer Training organization co-founded by Roderick and his partners in 1992
    🏟️ 'The Treble' refers to Manchester United’s Champions League victory in 1999, which completed their quest for 3 major trophies in one season.
    Instagram: @crossing_the_pond_podcast
    #friendship #crossingthepond #connections #maintainingnetworks #powerofnetworking #friendshipcircles #expat #edpsoccer #britsabroad #workingabroad #twentyyearsandcounting #pioneers
    44 min
  • #4 - Resilience - Sue Page 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
    In this episode Gary talks to Sue Page about the topic of Resilience.
    Sue came to the US in 2005 and having worked in the corporate sales structure for 25 years, she is currently forging her own path in the health and wellness field.
    The self-confessed, "recovered yo-yo dieter, lifter of heavy things and champion and advocate for menopausal women everywhere" has founded 'FortyFiftyFabulous", working with businesses and individuals as a health and nutrition coach.
    References in this episode
    💻: www.fortyfiftyfabulous.com
    📸: @fortyfiftyfabulous
    Instagram: @crossing_the_pond_podcast
    #friendship #crossingthepond #resilience #friendshipcircles #expat #womenempowerment #womeninbusiness #femaleentreprenuers #britsabroad #workingabroad #womenatwork #menopause #lifecoach
    38 min

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Welcome to Crossing The Pond Podcast, hosted by Gary Adair, who ventured to the US in 2003 with a plan to stay for just three months, only to find himself still there 20 plus years later.