Expats In Lyon

By Sami Chidiac

A weekly Podcast by Expats for Expats about the beautiful City of Lights.

By alternating between interviews with Expats and fascinating stories about Lyon, we hope this podcast will help you fall in... more

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The podcast currently has 11 episodes available.

Expats In Lyon episodes:

February 21, 2022Episode 009- Building your Network & Coping with Change- Sissi OU
Welcome back!
In this episode, Sissi, a Change Management Consultant & Blogger from China tells us:
How she ended up in Lyon

Tips on how to find an apartment

How to build your network from scratch

How to find jobs without looking for them

3 ways to cope with changes in your life
Resources:
* You can connect with Sissi on LinkedIn by clicking here
* You can read Sissi's blog oser-changer-de-vie.com by clicking here
* You can book your one-on-one coaching session with Sissi by clicking here
* Websites to find apartments: https://www.seloger.com/ or https://www.leboncoin.fr/
* Building your Network: WPNG- Lyon ; Language Exchange Groups (Meetup); InPulse ; Lyon Toastmasters Unlimited
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54min
February 21, 2022Episode 007- The Hopeless Immigrant- Aseem Gupta
Welcome back!
In this episode, Aseem, a Masters Student from India tells us:
How he ended up in Lyon

The challenges he faced living alone in a new city for the first time of his life after many failed previous attempts

His first impressions of the city

The things that shocked him the most

Zebra crossings in different cultures
*You can connect with Aseem on LinkedIn by Clicking Here; on instagram at @imaseemgupta or on his personal website aseemgupta.com
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54min
February 15, 2022Episode 008- The Story Behind the Bugnes Lyonnaise: A February Tradition
If you've walked passed any bakery since the beginning of the month, you must've came across the words Bugnes. The Bugnes is a February tradition and in this episode we explain why.
Top Bakeries according to CarnetLyonnais.com
Boulangerie du Palais (8 Rue du Palais de Justice, Lyon 5)

Maison Tourtiller (4 Cours Franklin Roosevelt, Lyon 6)

Le Colibri (Vegan!) (60 Rue Waldeck Rousseau, Lyon 6)

A la Marquise (Maison du Chamarier, 37 Rue Saint-Jean, Lyon 5)

Les Frangins (38 Rue Ferrandière, Lyon 2)

Seves (102 Cours Lafayette, Lyon 3)
And other options:
Maison Pignol

Boulangerie Saint Vincent

Sebastien Bouillet

Bernachon

Delice des sens
Bon Appetit!
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7min
January 24, 2022 Episode 006- The Story Behind the Names of Lyon's Neighborhoods
Have you ever wondered what hides behind the names of Lyon's most famous neighborhoods? Why Tete d'Or is called that way? How about Part-Dieu? Cordeliers? Fourviere?
In this first episode of the year, we will explore the stories behind the names of Lyon's most famous neighborhoods, From Fourviere to Tete d'Or passing by Bellecour. Put your most comfortable shoes, we're going on a virtual walk!
Santé!
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If you would like to be a guest on the show, fill in the Guest Application form.
Finally, if you like the show leave a review, a rating and tell a friend!
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10min
December 21, 2021Episode 005- Beauty Wanderer From Persia - Haleh Dolatshahi
Welcome back!
In this episode, Haleh, a mobile hairdresser for expats shares with us:
How she ended up in Lyon

Culture, Food and Language differences and the impact that learning French had on her life in France.

Dive into her business: Haleh Mobile Beauty
*You can connect with Haleh on Facebook by clicking here or on instagram at @haleh_mobile_beauty
The Expats in Lyon Podcast team wishes you Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a fantastic New year full of love, good health and success!
Stay Safe!
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If you would like to be a guest on the show, fill in the Guest Application form.
Finally, if you like the show leave a review, a rating and tell a friend!
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41min
November 18, 2021Episode 004- The Story of the Beaujolais Nouveau
Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrivé!
Every third Thursday of November, the biggest and most animated ritual of the Wine world takes place: The release of the Beaujolais Nouveau.
In this first story episode, I will be telling you the story of the Beaujolais Nouveau Wine:
What the Beaujolais Nouveau is

The story of the Beaujolais Nouveau and how it became popular

The Wine itself

Why it is celebrated every third Thursday of November.
Santé!
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7min
October 25, 2021Episode 003- Wisdom from Greece - Anastassios Kouroupis
Welcome back!
In this episode, Anastassios shares 3 pieces of Wisdom to help cope with change:
You get what you earn not what you deserve

Take care of your mind and body and the rest will follow

Do what you love most even if it means taking risks
Other topics discussed:
Differences between Greek and French cultures

Toastmasters (yes, again) (Check our club here: Lyon Toastmasters Unlimited)

Renting houses in Lyon + websites to find apartments (SeLoger.com ; LeBonCoin.fr ; Appartager.com; Particulier a Particulier)
*You can connect with Anastassios on Facebook by clicking here or on instagram at @Seb.Kou
*You can join the Expats Living in Lyon Facebook group by clicking here
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If you have any suggestions, feedback or topics you would like us to cover, fill in the Listener Feedback form.
If you would like to be a guest on the show, fill in the Guest Application form.
Finally, if you like the show leave a review, a rating and tell a friend!
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58min
October 11, 2021Episode 002: Not Your Average Expat- Walter Hampton
Welcome back!
In this episode you will:
Meet the amazing Walter

Find out how and why he got to Lyon: "The Stomach of France"

What didn't live up to the expectations

The biggest challenges he faces and how he solved them

Building his own Expats Community

How to join his Expats community

Tip to find an apartment!

Tip to learn french

Type of events he organizes
*You can connect with Walter on Facebook by clicking here
*You can join the Expats Living in Lyon Facebook group by clicking here
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If you have any suggestions, feedback or topics you would like us to cover, fill in the Listener Feedback form.
If you would like to be a guest on the show, fill in the Guest Application form.
Finally, if you like the show leave a review, a rating and tell a friend!
Follow us on instagram : @ExpatsInLyon
Follow us on Facebook: The Expats in Lyon Podcast
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57min
October 11, 2021Episode 002: Not Your Average Expat - Walter Hampton
We are happy to announce the Official Launch of the podcast with Episode 1!
In this episode you will:
Meet the amazing Walter

Find out how and why he got to Lyon: "The Stomach of France"

What didn't live up to the expectations

The biggest challenges he faces and how he solved them

Building his own Expats Community

How to join his Expats community

Tip to find an apartment!

Tip to learn french

Type of events he organizes
*You can connect with Walter on Facebook by clicking here
*You can join the Expats Living in Lyon Facebook group by clicking here

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If you have any suggestions, feedback or topics you would like us to cover, fill in the Listener Feedback form.
If you would like to be a guest on the show, fill in the Guest Application form.
Finally, if you like the show leave a review, a rating and tell a friend!
Follow us on instagram : @ExpatsInLyon
Follow us on Facebook: The Expats in Lyon Podcast
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57min
October 04, 2021Episode 001: It All Started With A Giraffe - Gabriela Magallanes
We are happy to announce the Official Launch of the podcast with Episode 1!
In this episode you will:
Meet the amazing Mexican/American Gabriela

Find out about her progressive love for France

Find out how and why she got to Lyon

Her first impressions of the city

And finally, her tip to learn French!
To find out more about Gaby, check out her youtube channel by clicking here
If you have any suggestions, feedback or topics you would like us to cover, fill in the Listener Feedback form.
If you would like to be a guest on the show, fill in the Guest Application form.
Finally, if you like the show leave a review, a rating and tell a friend!
Follow us on instagram : @ExpatsInLyon
Follow us on Facebook: The Expats in Lyon Podcast
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49min

FAQs about Expats In Lyon:

How many episodes does Expats In Lyon have?

The podcast currently has 11 episodes available.