Our 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 to culture shocks, she shares the lessons, surprises, and tips she wishes she’d known before making the leap.

Show Notes

• DAAD: International Programmes in Germany
• uni-assist
• German Blocked Account Amount: A Guide for International Students
• Fintiba
• WOLOHO – Help each other
• studierendenWERK BERLIN

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John 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 challenges and what they mean for the future. Plus, John shares some hidden gems in Berlin that go beyond the usual guidebook recommendations.

Show Notes

• John Kampfner's Website
• John Kampfner's Books
• Newsletter: Citizen of Everywhere
• John Kampfner über Identität und Geschichte der Hauptstadt: »Berlin ist niemals fertig« (SPIEGEL)
• Ein bewundernder Blick auf Deutschland (Easy German Podcast 175)

Special Places in Berlin

• Bergmannkiez (Berlin.de)
  • Viktoriapark (Google Maps)
  • Tempelhofer Feld (Google Maps)
  • Hasenheide (Google Maps)
• Ausstellung "Enthüllt" at Zitadelle Spandau
• Documentation Centre for Displacement, Expulsion, Reconciliation at Anhalter Bahnhof

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Antje, 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 citizenship, and the challenges of balancing family, career, and a potential move later in life.

Show Notes

• Easy German Podcast
• Hotel Matze: Hape Kerkeling über innere Ruhe, Überforderung und Traumaverarbeitung (YouTube)

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This 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 platforms, our favorite newsletters, and just a lot free stuff. It's time for Berlin money hacks!

Show Notes

• All the Hacks (Podcast)

• Neuköllner Wochenmarkt Maybachufer (Google Maps)

• Libanon Falafel (Google Maps)

• Sahara Imbiss (Google Maps)

• Too Good To Go

• nebenan.de

• Humana (Google Maps)

• Mit Vergnügen Berlin

• WOLOHO

• The Berliner

• Urban Nation

• Berlin-Ticket S (Berlin.de)

• Bliq

• nextbike

• Feather Insurance

• All About Berlin

• Check24

• MyJump

• Geizhals Preisvergleich

• DKB Girokonto (* Refer-a-friend Link)

• N26

• GenialCard

• Berlin Libraries: VÖBB

• YNAB - You Need A Budget (* Refer-a-friend Link)

• Other episodes mentioned

  • Berlin’s Lakes: Beaches, Buzz, and Nudists

  • Cycling in Berlin (Without Breaking Your Collarbone)

  • Insurance You Need (And Don't Need) in Germany

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There 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 museum, and co-founded museums.love, a "Museum Lover's Guide". She shares with us her must see (and hidden gem) museum recommendations and offer tips for navigating Berlin's museums — even if you're not normally "a museum person".

Show Notes

• museums.love — The Museum Lover's Guide
• Pergamon Museum
• Liebermann Villa
• Brücke-Museum
• PalaisPopulaire
• Museum Island Berlin
• Humboldt Forum
• Jewish Museum Berlin
• Museum Sunday
• Samurai Museum Berlin
• Ramones Museum Berlin
• Dark Matter Berlin
• Urban Nation Museum
• Long Night of Museums
• Futurium
• Schirn Kunsthalle Frankfurt

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Diana 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 a singer/songwriter, from the challenges of the music industry to the thrill of performing live in Berlin. Diana shares her journey of recording her first song in a home studio, the importance of networking, and how Berlin's vibrant music scene has influenced her work.

Diana Goldberg

• Website
• Spotify
• Instagram

Show Notes

• Pirate Studios
• Super Sessions

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Jack is back on the show and helps us characterize Berlin's neighborhoods — from multicultural Neukölln, trendy Kreuzberg, gentrified Prenzlauer Berg to … Lichtenberg?

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Daniel 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 students and employees, and explain tax obligations for freelancers and businesses. If you study or work in Germany and haven't filed your taxes this year, this episode is for you.

Show Notes

• Try Wundertax for free and receive 5 € off when you file your German taxes through moving.wundertax.de (Werbung)
• Tax Tips from Wundertax

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Alice 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 as a coder in Berlin, and provides insights into the secret society of French people in Berlin.

Show Notes

• Immobilienscout24
• WG Gesucht
• Meetup.com
• Unicorns in Tech
• Berlin Population 2024
• European elections: How to vote in Germany

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Jae 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 dispute hits you. (*All names have been changed.)

Show Notes

• Berliner Mieterverein
• Mieterschutzbund
• Conny
• Mieterengel
• What is a Mietkautionskonto? (All About Berlin)

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